tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83840876114650589442018-03-02T08:15:12.387-08:00Peppermint Skies | Beauty, Fashion, Lifestyle BlogPeppermint Skieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05900087512095658721noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-34190350759092326122016-04-05T01:20:00.000-07:002016-04-05T01:20:55.435-07:00NARS Sheer Glow Foundation & Samples<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div dir="ltr" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></div>Hello beauties! I have a confession, I've been the most terrible foundation buyer, especially as a beauty blogger I should be better at this but I've never, ever had a truly fitting foundation. Don't get me wrong, I've tried to find the right colour and was content with the foundation I had, until one day when I saw my mum and she asked me why my face was a completely different colour to my neck. Ahh, no. I do not want to be one of those people. It's just so hard to find a fitting foundation, especially when looking in store and not wanting to end up with different colour streaks on your face!<br /><br /><br /><a name='more'></a><br /><br /><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlp1/v/t34.0-12/12966370_1094239803973007_2059202908_n.jpg?oh=b56f1496146d6dea3977c0fd25ed4ff6&amp;oe=5704FFFE" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xlp1/v/t34.0-12/12966370_1094239803973007_2059202908_n.jpg?oh=b56f1496146d6dea3977c0fd25ed4ff6&amp;oe=5704FFFE" width="180" /></a></div><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div dir="ltr">To give you an example of what I'm talking about, until now I've been wearing <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Max-Factor-Face-Finity-All-Day-Flawless-3-in-1-Foundation_1279334/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;"><i>Max Factor Face Finity All Day Flawless 3 in 1 foundation</i></span></a> in 'Light Ivory'. Now I've discovered Nars in 'Siberia'.</div><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div dir="ltr">Okay I'm sorry, enough about my bad buying I just had to rant about it and I'm sure you all understand my pain.</div><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t34.0-12/12921076_1093547780708876_1047160602_n.jpg?oh=9c8add64e4a5e78a2939071a17099eac&amp;oe=57050D4E" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t34.0-12/12921076_1093547780708876_1047160602_n.jpg?oh=9c8add64e4a5e78a2939071a17099eac&amp;oe=57050D4E" width="179" /></a>&nbsp;<img height="320" src="https://scontent-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t34.0-12/12939266_1093547817375539_440672587_n.jpg?oh=7e623c1985a91b6f13596d8ae2662f74&amp;oe=57061E28" width="180" /></div><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div dir="ltr">I've always been a drugstore girl at heart, I'm just never able to save up to buy a high street brand, I prefer to buy lots of small bits. After a long think I finally decided to push myself to get the foundation I've always wanted. The <i><a href="http://www.feelunique.com/p/NARS-Sheer-Glow-Foundation-30ml" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">NARS Sheer Glow Foundation</span></a></i>. I have no regrets. Yes, it's expensive, but it's just so beautiful! Flawless coverage, all day staying power, smooth application, what else could you need? Also there shades for pretty much every skin colour and tone so there's no need for anyone not to have it!</div><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div dir="ltr">One of the picks I do have, considering I've only been using it for about a week, is the problem most people have, there's no pump. Yes, they do sell pumps, but I actually forgot to order one so that's my bad.</div><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div dir="ltr">My only other complaint is it's quite drying which was a little disappointing for my first splurge on a foundation but something I can look past. </div><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div dir="ltr">Besides my complaints, I consider the foundation to be one of my best makeup buys. It's so important to have a foundation that fits your skin and makes it look like you're not wearing makeup. After all, isn't that the point?</div><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div dir="ltr">Included with the Feel Unique order, I got two free samples. When I saw I could choose not one but two samples I was chuffed. I'm a sucker for free samples I have to admit.</div><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div dir="ltr">The first sample I chose was for <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Max-Factor-Face-Finity-All-Day-Flawless-3-in-1-Foundation_1279334/" target="_blank"><i><span style="color: #93c47d;">Giorgio Armani rose signature perfume</span></i></a>. I chose this sample because I've been looking for a new scent for a while. I'm quite picky with perfume, not liking too fruity or floral things. This perfume's base note is rose but it smells more fresh and light than overpowering and I love it. I'll definitely be buying the full version.</div><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div dir="ltr">The second sample I ordered was for <a href="http://www.feelunique.com/p/La-Roche-Posay-Pigmentclar-Day-Care-SPF-30-40ml?utm_source=GoogleBaseUK&amp;utm_medium=gen&amp;option=55486&amp;aff=mrn&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_term=&amp;utm_campaign=Google+Shopping+-+Suppliers_Other&amp;mkwid=sHt6dlRBn_dc&amp;pcrid=51359798799&amp;pkw=&amp;pmt=&amp;utm_content=sHt6dlRBn_dc|pcrid|51359798799|pkw||pmt|" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;"><i>La Roche-Posay Pigment Clear Serum</i></span></a>. I chose this to make my skin tone more even. I haven't actually tried this out properly yet but as soon as I've tested and made a decision I'll tell you guys about it.</div><div dir="ltr"><br /></div><div dir="ltr"></div><div style="text-align: center;">What are your makeup confessions? What's your scent?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-34010472279436745662015-12-03T09:16:00.000-08:002015-12-03T09:16:05.555-08:00101 in 1001: 10 CompletedHello my beautiful people, those of you who have been with me from the start, may have read one of my earlier posts. I decided to take part in the<span style="color: #93c47d;"> <a href="http://peppermintskiesblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/101-things-in-1001-days.html#more" target="_blank">101 things in 1001 days</a><span style="color: black;">. I sai</span></span>d as one of my goals that I would write a post for every 10 that I complete. So here's the first 10 things I've crossed off my list!<br /><br /><br /><a name='more'></a><strike></strike><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>5. Get the GCSE's I need to get into the courses I want at college.</strike></div><div style="text-align: left;">So yeah, lucky for me I came out of high school with 2 A's, 2 B's, 3 C's, a P and an F. This meant that I could pursue my dream of being an actress which was great!! For the first month of college until I decided I hate drama at A level... I'm extremely happy with the results I got for my GCSE's and although I'm not going into acting it will be a massive help for me in the future.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>6. Participate in another musical/play.</strike></div><div style="text-align: center;">Although I didn't enjoy drama at A level, the one thing I did enjoy was another chance to get myself involved in a play. Because I had never done just drama before it was really weird for me to do something that didn't also involve singing and dancing! For the course, we had to be in a play called <i>'After Juliet'</i>. This was about exactly what it sounds like, the aftermath of Romeo and Juliet. I was the best friend (Valentine) who was secretly in love with Benvolio who was pawning over Rosaline. It was a comedic/action play and I really enjoyed taking part.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike></strike><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>11. Learn what each makeup brush is used for.</strike></div><div style="text-align: left;">I'm not going to sit here and describe to you all what each makeup brush is used for (maybe in another post). But when I began my blog, not going to lie, I didn't really know that much about it all. But after writing for almost two years now, I have come to learn more things about brushes. This has helped me out a lot in my makeup routine and for writing this blog.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><strike> </strike></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>13. Grow my hair longer (Below my chest).</strike><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Since writing this goal, I haven't cut my hair any shorter than layers and a trim. My hair is now just below my chest! I've only had my hair natural recently which means it's very curly and comes up shorter than when straight. I'll need to straighten it soon to see exactly how long it is now.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><strike> </strike></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike><strike>21. Go out with my friends with no make up on and don't feel self conscious about it.</strike></strike></div><div style="text-align: left;">Me and my family used to go bowling every week, it was like a tradition but unfortunately we haven't done it recently. I took my friend Starla with me and didn't wear makeup and honestly, I felt great. I felt like I didn't have to hide behind a mask and felt good in my own skin. Since then I've had many more days in which I go without makeup just to be free from it. Don't get me wrong, I still love makeup so much but I've just realised I don't need to wear makeup every day to feel good about myself!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>29. Go camping.</strike></div><div style="text-align: left;">My friends and I always planned to go camping together but never actually went through with it. When we finally did it was amazing! It was basically like a massive outdoor party with a big fire. Although, the firemen did end up coming down to check on us because someone saw the smoke and called them. So, in a mass panic we stomped out the fire only to find they were okay with it anyway... Then came the rebuilding of the fire - which was nowhere near as big - but it was an amazing night and I'd love to do it again even if it does involve clearing up for ages in the freezing cold the next morning.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>42. Buy myself a pair of converse all star's.</strike></div><div style="text-align: left;">So I've always been a massive fan of converse, I've worn nothing else for the past two years and I was determined to get myself a real pair as I have always worn fakes - shame on me - so I bought myself a pair of original, black converse, the low ones rather than the ankle ones. This was a massive shock to all my friends as I always wear the fake ankle high ones, but I love them!! I have to admit, a few months after buying them I have switched to DM's - fakies of course - but I still love the converse and will be wearing them a lot. DM's are a lot harder to drive in...</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>48. Play a game with someone without being so competitive.</strike></div></div><div style="text-align: left;">I'm not sure if this one counts as me completing it so you guys can leave me a comment and tell me what you think. I spent a night with my friends Olivia, Miia and Mia. On our nights together we always just play board games, wii games etc. When we played the last board game of the night, I was too tired to properly pay attention so obviously I wasn't competitive. I don't know if it counts but it's definitely the closest I'll ever get because I'm just such a competitive person!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>50. Watch a movie in the cinema after midnight.</strike></div><div style="text-align: left;">I went to the midnight release of <i>'Hunger Games: Mocking Jay Part One'</i> with my friends Jade, Ruby and Jenna. It was amazing! I've always had an obsession with Hunger Games but I haven't actually seen the new one yet!! Bad Tori... I just feel like if I watch the new one, Hunger Games will be over and I don't want that to happen.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>51. Spend £100 on makeup in one trip. (Drugstore)</strike></div><div style="text-align: left;">Before I got my GCSE results, my parents told me I could have £50 for each A I get. As I said earlier, I got 2 A's so they gave me £100. Of course my first idea was to haul in Boots. I got driven down there straight from school and went crazy. Unfortunately I don't remember everything I bought and I didn't write it down which sucks but I now have a lot more makeup!<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><strike> </strike></div><div style="text-align: center;">What goals have you accomplished? Have you got a 101 in 1001?<strike></strike></div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div></div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-31304787611305769312015-11-30T07:22:00.000-08:002015-11-30T07:24:15.226-08:007 Things That Have ChangedSo, due to the fact I haven't posted in over half a year, I thought I'd explain and tell you 7 things that have changed in my life. I've been very very busy with college recently and have had to quit my job, I haven't had much time for posts although I miss it so much. I also won't have many more haul posts and such as I now don't have as much money. So apologies and I'll get started!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a>1. I have had a massive career change, my goal is now to be a criminal psychologist, very different to an actress!!<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">2. Because of this, I've changed my college courses to Psychology and Sociology at A level and Criminology at BTEC.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">3. I have a boyfriend! His name is James and I've been with him for almost 8 months now.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">4. In case you haven't yet noticed, I've changed my header. I've been wanting to do this for a long while now as I drew the picture of the girl specifically for my header but had no idea how to upload it (stupid Tori!). I'm usually no good at drawing and have an interest in tracing and shading rather than free hand drawing. But I thought it looked cute so I decided to go with it. Let me know what you think?</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XT8z99HATu0/VlxoVR5YT7I/AAAAAAAAAWs/rEKjqLHYqAM/s1600/pms.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="103" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-XT8z99HATu0/VlxoVR5YT7I/AAAAAAAAAWs/rEKjqLHYqAM/s320/pms.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">5. I got a job after months of searching. I actually got two, I got one at a gym and one in Greggs bakery. Greggs was absolutely amazing, could not wish for a better job!!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">6. As you saw at the start, I lost both of these jobs. I lost the gym job due to unorganisation in managment leaving them to forget they hired me - yeah I know, it was great - the other I had to quit due to personal reasons. I'm now regretting quitting but feel it's better for me at this moment in time.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">7. I've dyed my hair. I've actually been trying to grow my hair out to it's natural colour for over a year now as I always used to constantly dye it. It wasn't until I saw the colour properly coming through that I realised I didn't actually like it. So after a three hour trip to the hairdressers I have come out with a chestnutty brown with a red tint.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">What's changed with you recently? Are any of your stories like mine?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-74551030622400891572015-01-27T13:51:00.000-08:002015-01-27T13:51:00.451-08:00Another Makeup Haul<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Rfhuwcy_X3w/VL1hOgDnuvI/AAAAAAAAAUk/dx4TaftUEmw/s1600/blogger-image-765842778.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Rfhuwcy_X3w/VL1hOgDnuvI/AAAAAAAAAUk/dx4TaftUEmw/s1600/blogger-image-765842778.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;Left to right: Collection Longer Lash Waterproof Mascara, MUA Undress Your Skin Highlighter, L'oreal Color Riche Exclusive Nudes, Collection Fast Stroke Eyeliner, Sleek Matte Me Lipstick, Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer.</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PoFQiU55NRY/VL1hOS2yz9I/AAAAAAAAAUg/zYfUctP6LYQ/s1600/blogger-image-305868473.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PoFQiU55NRY/VL1hOS2yz9I/AAAAAAAAAUg/zYfUctP6LYQ/s1600/blogger-image-305868473.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br />Hey guys! So I have something to admit, it happened again. I've been lured in by the ever tempting stock of Boots and Superdrug and bought a few little pieces which I am in love with already. I checked my bank account and saw I had a <strike>spare</strike> not-needed-at-this-time £20, so I decided to look around these two shops! Some of them have been raved about and a few are things I have taken a gamble and only read a few reviews about. I need to stop going near any shops.<br /><br />My first buy was the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Collection-Lasting-Perfection-Concealer_1436032/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer</span></a>. I've bought this is the past when it had it's old packaging and I really wasn't keen on it. It had been raved about, of course, and still is! But I just couldn't get on with it, it was runny and creased my eyes so badly! I assumed there had been a bad batch and would not give up on this little concealer! I also heard that the formula has been slightly changed so I had to give it another shot. It was definitely a good idea as I'm now in love! It no longer creases and covers my black circles perfectly. Perfect way to go out if you only want little makeup, no need for foundation with this.<br /><br />I finally bought the <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/MUA-Face/MUA-Undress-Your-Skin-Highlighting-Powder/p/633150#.VL1ucBB_sUU" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">MUA Undress your skin Highlighting Powder in 'Pink Shimmer'</span></a>. At only £3 and all of the amazing reviews this should have been at the top of my wish list for a long time! But it has been hidden amongst other bits in my face folder. This shade of powder highlighter goes perfectly on top of my <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Sleek/Sleek-Shimmer-Blush-Rose-Gold/p/222205#.VL10IxB_sUU" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Sleek blush in 'Rose Gold'</span></a> which I have been using everyday since the <a href="http://peppermintskiesblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/09/sebloggermeetup-goody-bag-swap-box.html#more" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">South East blogger meet up</span></a>. It does have shimmer to it but I find using a little of this highlighter just above the blush blends really nicely together!<br /><br />The <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Collection/Collection-Lengthening-Mascara-Waterproof-Brown-Black-3/p/494951#.VL1yVhB_sUU" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Collection Longer Lash Waterproof Mascara</span></a> wasn't something I had heard of before. I had tried a few of their other products but hadn't been as pleased with them as I could have been. Seeing this one in store I decided, again, to give them another chance and buy it seeing as though it wan't a big amount I'd have lost. So far it's better than expected, stayed on all day and didn't clump at all on application. It gave a significant difference to the length of my lashes and kept them separated without them looking spidery.<br /><br />I've not ever really followed the hype of nude lipsticks as I always thought of them as skin colour and that obviously put me off. Finding the <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/LOreal-Paris-Color-Riche-Exclusive-Nudes_1369339/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">L'oreal Color Riche Exclusive Nudes</span></a> collection with all the different shades of nudes for different skin colours intrigued me. Maybe I could actually find a pretty nude? I was right! I got the shade 'Barely Peach' by Julianne Moore. It's such a pretty pink shade and is perfect for everyday situations.<br /><br />I have always loved starting my day with a thin line of eyeliner and the ones I have been using have either been too thick or too hard to apply. I have only ever used kohl liner or felt tip liquid liner so I decided it was time to try a proper liquid liner. This is when I came across the <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Collection/Collection-Fast-Stroke-Eye-Liner-3-8g-Black-1/p/228796#.VL15YxB_sUU" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Collection Fast Stroke Eyeliner</span></a>. It has a hard applicator which some people may not like but I find it perfect. It means the line won't get too thick and it makes it more precise. I am yet to try a proper gel liner too.<br /><br />I finally bought the product I have been seeing on the lips of girls a lot around college. The <a href="http://www.superdrug.com/Sleek/Sleek-Matte-Me-Lipstick-Birthday-Suit/p/767385#.VL15_xB_sUU" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Sleek Matte Me Lipstick/Lipgloss in 'Birthday Suit'</span></a>. It's in a lipgloss applicator but dries like a lipstick. It has a matte finish which I absolutely love and doesn't feel caked or look like I'm even wearing lipstick - besides the obvious change in lip colour - it's amazing!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">What new products have you tried? Do you have any of these?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-61184667403235599952015-01-20T08:00:00.000-08:002015-01-20T08:00:07.390-08:00My Liebster AwardHey beauts! In December, I was nominated to do the Liebster award by <a href="http://jennifercooper99.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Jennifer Cooper</span></a>. I thought it was finally time to actually write about it! I need to answer the questions that have been set for me by Jennifer, nominate 11 bloggers who have under 200 followers and set them all 11 new questions!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b>What made you decide to start a blog?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">My friend <a href="http://curlsandcometsblog.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Olivia (Curls and Comets)</span></a> who has been mentioned in very many of my posts actually persuaded me to start a blog. I had thought about it before but was never able to pluck up the courage to actually start writing one! I have always loved all of the things I write about but sitting and reading through Olivia's blog really gave me the push to finally start doing what I now love!</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><a name='more'></a><div style="text-align: center;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>What products can you not live without?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">I would say my most obsessive products right now would be <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Soap-Glory%C2%99-Kick-Ass-Concealer%C2%99-Three-Piece-Camouflage-Kit-2-x-2-6g_1243294/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Soap &amp; Glory Kick Ass Concealer</span></a>, <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Soap-Glory%C2%99-Archery%C2%99-Brow-Tint-And-Pencil_1279313/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Soap &amp; Glory Archery Pencil</span></a> and one of my many, many dark berry lipsticks... If I had to pick it would either be <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Revlon-ColorBurst-Matte-Lip-Balm_1416281/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm</span></a> in 'Standout' or of course, the widely loved <a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-Kate-Matte-Lipstick_1281356/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Rimmel Kate Matte Lipstick</span></a> in '107'. ALTHOUGH since searching everywhere for it and actually almost crying over it, I noticed when getting ready for my last meet up that it's gone. The moment I get my next £5.49 I'm running straight to Boots...</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>What's the best holiday you've ever been on?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">I would probably say one of my trips to Disney World in Orlando mainly because it's the one I remember the most... Or it may be the fact I'm obsessed with rollercoasters and Shekra was the best ride I've ever been on, still. I haven't been on holiday in a while and I need to organise a trip with some friends!!&nbsp;</div><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Do you prefer Winter or Summer?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Definitely Winter. No doubt in my mind. Don't get me wrong, I love the heat in Summer but sometimes in can just get too much and there's not a lot you can do about it... Whereas in Winter you can wrap yourself up in warm blankets and sit by a fire being very cosy. Mainly, think about it. Loads of cute clothes to wear, I much prefer Winter fashion over Summer. ALSO AND MOST IMPORTANTLY berry lip! I don't think you guys understand how much I love a good berry lip. Matching it with berry colour nails too, that's my heaven!!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>What's your current favourite song?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">I would say Droplets by Lewis Watson and Gabrielle Aplin. This isn't as much of a song I casually listen to but I just love singing the harmonies with two of my best friends, it sounds awesome and I love it so much right now, so yeah!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>What are you proud of yourself for doing?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">At the moment I'm most proud of myself for the grades I got for GCSE. I didn't get all A*'s or A's like most my friends but I still feel like I did really well and achieved as much as I could!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>What's your absolute favourite meal?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">PASTA! Anything pasta. Couldn't pick between pesto pasta (loads of different type of pesto), lasagne or spaghetti bolognese. Ooh or pasta ham and cheese... But honestly, cook me any pasta dish and I will fall in love! I know that's not saying a specific meal, I apologise!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>What's the item at the top of your wish list?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">It's Rimmel Kate Matte lipstick in '107' at the moment!! Besides that, it's Mac Lipstick in 'Diva', I am so looking forward to having enough money to get this, it's absolutely gorgeous!!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Favourite sport and exercise?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">My favourite sport would probably be football, to watch, not play... I don't really play sports. I was on the netball team in primary school if that counts? Favourite exercise, um again I don't really exercise! So I would say walking or dancing. I usually have to walk a lot to get to college and because my friends live very far from the station. This post is my motivation to exercise!! I went to the gym a lot a few months ago but then I got lazy...</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Milk chocolate or dark chocolate?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Milk chocolate. Definitely. My favourite is dairy milk just because I can eat so much of it without getting ill! If it's in little amounts then I prefer Lindt (Lindor) because that tastes awesome.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b>What are you going to challenge yourself to do in the New Year?</b></div><div style="text-align: left;">My one goal this year is to post a lot more. I've started to plan my time better so I have a little time to write a post for you guys instead of leaving you all astray, I hate not writing to you gorgeous people!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Questions:</div><div style="text-align: center;">What is your favourite lip product?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Describe your favourite outfit in your closet?</div><div style="text-align: center;">What is your favourite post that you've written?</div><div style="text-align: center;">What do you love most about blogging?</div><div style="text-align: center;">What's your favourite season?</div><div style="text-align: center;">What's your favourite type of shoes?</div><div style="text-align: center;">What's your favourite makeup brand?</div><div style="text-align: center;">What's your favourite clothing brand?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Who's is your favourite blog?</div><div style="text-align: center;">What makes you smile?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Why did you start blogging?</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I nominate:</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://rjtmisti.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">~rjtmisti</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.cupcakesandcandyfloss.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">cupcakesandcandyfloss</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.lazythoughts.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">lazythoughts</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://jeblogueparfois.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">jeblogue</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.courtneydoesbeauty.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">courtneydoesbeauty</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://poppycarter.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">poppycarter</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://racheljaynebeauty.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">racheljaynebeauty</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://simplyjazmine.blogspot.dk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">simplyjazmine</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://fashionomicall.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">fashionomicall</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://sinsandsparkles.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">sinsandsparkles</span></a><br /><a href="http://mims96.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">mims96</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I look forward to seeing what you all have to say!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Were some of your answers the same as mine? What's your favourite season?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-38814345192197764242015-01-13T08:00:00.000-08:002015-01-19T14:01:09.307-08:00Teen Blogger Meet up - Goody Bag and Box Swap<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HjiXkUctXOE/VKx11aMXezI/AAAAAAAAATM/K_d1W2TOzuc/s1600/074.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HjiXkUctXOE/VKx11aMXezI/AAAAAAAAATM/K_d1W2TOzuc/s1600/074.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hey people! So last post you guys saw was the one describing my amazing day out with six other lovely bloggers. This post is as promised, describing the things I received in my goody bag/box/pouch (I don't know what to call it!) and what I gave and received in the box swap.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><a name='more'></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In my box (given to me by <a href="http://rjtmisti.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Becca</span></a>) I found an Eastern Escape cherry blossom travel collection, containing shower milk, bath foam and body cream. A Miss Sporty fabulous shade palette in '013 Las Vegas Show', MUA nail polish in 'Midnight', a Natural Collection eye liner in 'Olive Green' and a Collection gothic glam lipstick in '1 Seduction'. I am yet to try these all out and give a review but I am most excited for a chance to wear that beautiful shade on my lips!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8irHzpnm8Y0/VKxzdZNMsHI/AAAAAAAAATA/6YFBJwkmKI4/s1600/323.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8irHzpnm8Y0/VKxzdZNMsHI/AAAAAAAAATA/6YFBJwkmKI4/s1600/323.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1MCtXKiL8EA/VKxW7_6-hqI/AAAAAAAAAPo/C93lTAaKAUs/s1600/335.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1MCtXKiL8EA/VKxW7_6-hqI/AAAAAAAAAPo/C93lTAaKAUs/s1600/335.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</div><br /><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The box that I gave my products in is a box reused from my <a href="http://peppermintskiesblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/sebloggermeetup.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">last meet up and swap with South East bloggers</span></a>. Inside I gave a Lush dashing santa bath bomb (limited edition), the Lush santa lip scrub, Body Shop pot of watermelon lip balm, Thornton's chocolate bar with 'Blogger' written on it, a little Christmas card and I also added in 4/5 different flavour mini chupa chups after I took the picture! My box was given to <a href="http://glossglitzandglamour.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Chloe</span></a> and I hope she loved it as much as I loved making it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tQzbAVmkJaE/VKyDNU58wWI/AAAAAAAAATk/g3c6I8iQ3iM/s1600/001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tQzbAVmkJaE/VKyDNU58wWI/AAAAAAAAATk/g3c6I8iQ3iM/s1600/001.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-TnHgCh71Y00/VKyDOBSuJ1I/AAAAAAAAATo/-YqBde3En2A/s1600/002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-TnHgCh71Y00/VKyDOBSuJ1I/AAAAAAAAATo/-YqBde3En2A/s1600/002.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In my goody bag, I was given a 24 pack of Dream Dots, 50ml pot of Derma Dew body cream, Skinetica skin toner, Lehcaresor Papier Poudre and Bee Good vanilla &amp; honey lip balm. I'd say my favourite product out of all of these, having tried them all, would have to be the lip balm. This is based on my obsession with lip balm and also just how awesome it is! At first I was a bit skeptical about the small packaging thinking that I'd need a lot for each application but you don't! This is the best lip balm I have for using the least amount to get a good job. It's truly amazing, I highly recommend it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eXW3PFAUfz0/VKx12C-euJI/AAAAAAAAATU/Copm21z-lAA/s1600/075.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-eXW3PFAUfz0/VKx12C-euJI/AAAAAAAAATU/Copm21z-lAA/s1600/075.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Have you tried anything new recently? Do you have these products?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-12661179237569292472015-01-07T00:16:00.000-08:002015-01-19T13:58:29.069-08:00Teen Blogger Meet Up<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OCQYx8-LS34/VKxW-BM2r4I/AAAAAAAAAQE/qiutdC3mSpI/s1600/344.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OCQYx8-LS34/VKxW-BM2r4I/AAAAAAAAAQE/qiutdC3mSpI/s1600/344.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Left to right: Chloe, me, Bea</div><br />Hey strangers! I have not been here for a while and I'm so sorry but with all of the college work and Christmas making me busy I just haven't had the time! It seems like all of my posts these days start with an apology... My New Years resolution is to make the time to post on my blog frequently!!<br /><br /><br /><a name='more'></a><br />So, on the 13th of December I went on a teen blogger meetup in London (yes I know, very belated post). This meetup was organised by the lovely Chloe Bellamy (Reality Leaves Lots to Imagination) and was a day consisting of food, shopping and of course makeup.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4eEfh7ZR0Po/VKxW6Ex3CLI/AAAAAAAAAPQ/Hhq9R8O1O5c/s1600/324.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4eEfh7ZR0Po/VKxW6Ex3CLI/AAAAAAAAAPQ/Hhq9R8O1O5c/s1600/324.JPG" height="320" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Little bit of Snapchat!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>First off was walking to the station and getting the actual train to London Charing Cross where I was supposed to meet Chloe, but I spent too much time doing my makeup in the morning and missed my train (the perks of loving makeup too much). So I had to get the later train and meet Asia and Merraf at the station as Chloe had said she'd meet the others at a time I wouldn't be there for which I completely understand (stupid makeup).<br /><br />The actual day started with us all slowly meeting at Starbucks which ended up being so crowded that we didn't have a chance to sit and have a coffee! Or hot chocolate for the other lovers. Not that we minded, this meant we could walk round shops sooner! We had a bit of time until our reservation at Zizzi's so we started walking around the town. We made our way into Body Shop, Mac, Bobbi Brown and a miniature version of Boots which was quite disappointing as it only had a few brands on shelf. Of course I stayed mainly by the lipstick aisles in Bobbi Brown and Mac with a little flutter over to the Mac pigments (I had to resist but will get my hands on Vanilla soon!).<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rQKCSx_AXhE/VKxW7C9cLQI/AAAAAAAAAPc/Jgn14Ri3Ar0/s1600/332.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rQKCSx_AXhE/VKxW7C9cLQI/AAAAAAAAAPc/Jgn14Ri3Ar0/s1600/332.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NctNxkMwL9c/VKxW8ckoEJI/AAAAAAAAAPs/fyXJypb7qSM/s1600/338.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NctNxkMwL9c/VKxW8ckoEJI/AAAAAAAAAPs/fyXJypb7qSM/s1600/338.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a></div>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Zizzi's menu &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;My meal<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xOsBW-aLjOQ/VKxeIDNSRII/AAAAAAAAASw/Cb32VUidrhY/s1600/342.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xOsBW-aLjOQ/VKxeIDNSRII/AAAAAAAAASw/Cb32VUidrhY/s1600/342.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br />When it was finally time to make our way to Zizzi's we could barely contain our excitement! Or maybe that was just me... When we were sat we took a while choosing through all of the delicious dishes that Zizzi's has to offer. I finally decided on 'Strozzapreti Pesto Rosso' which is basically just a fancy name for pesto pasta. Me, Chloe and Becca also decided to share some garlic bread to add a bit more flavour to our meals!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-td8t7BZIbVI/VKxW9d2IO_I/AAAAAAAAAP4/lH2VwyAsFAU/s1600/340.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-td8t7BZIbVI/VKxW9d2IO_I/AAAAAAAAAP4/lH2VwyAsFAU/s1600/340.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Chocolate melt</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tOY_3bLtjjs/VKxWtM6dfUI/AAAAAAAAAPI/InpsafSvBfM/s1600/blogger-image--1317848101.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tOY_3bLtjjs/VKxWtM6dfUI/AAAAAAAAAPI/InpsafSvBfM/s1600/blogger-image--1317848101.jpg" height="212" width="320" /></a>Once we had finished, us three little piggies that opted for the garlic bread, also decided we fancied some dessert. We all chose to have a chocolate melt which was delicious! When we finished we all passed around our boxes and bags for our swap which I will show in a different post! I will also put the details of the awesome goody bag Chloe made for all of us in that post! Before we left, we did of course, take the chance to hand our cameras to the waiter and ask him to take a cheeky photo of us all!<br />Left to right: Chloe, me, Bea, Chloe, Merraf, Asia, Becca.<br /><br />Unfortunately, once the meal had finished most of the girls had to leave. So once we had said our farewells and got each others contact information, again us three (Me, Chloe and Becca) decided to do some more walking around town!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R1Qx5OV_ox8/VKxXApo3S8I/AAAAAAAAAQg/vQGiQFl-QB8/s1600/372.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-R1Qx5OV_ox8/VKxXApo3S8I/AAAAAAAAAQg/vQGiQFl-QB8/s1600/372.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-U70ZYnA5zbw/VKxXBzRMOZI/AAAAAAAAAQ4/fnWBVdNkNpQ/s1600/376.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-U70ZYnA5zbw/VKxXBzRMOZI/AAAAAAAAAQ4/fnWBVdNkNpQ/s1600/376.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Urban Outfitters front door &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Inside signs</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xLxHiQazH7Y/VKxXCw7qS8I/AAAAAAAAARE/uW4jTXK_3rg/s1600/381.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xLxHiQazH7Y/VKxXCw7qS8I/AAAAAAAAARE/uW4jTXK_3rg/s1600/381.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QZFQQUBDO_0/VKxXD3A1yhI/AAAAAAAAARM/gPF4WK3cOfc/s1600/384.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QZFQQUBDO_0/VKxXD3A1yhI/AAAAAAAAARM/gPF4WK3cOfc/s1600/384.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a></div>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Becca and Chloe &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; EOS stand<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FuiG7J6waSM/VKxXEsMUuAI/AAAAAAAAARY/a3NU-8Lg7yg/s1600/387.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FuiG7J6waSM/VKxXEsMUuAI/AAAAAAAAARY/a3NU-8Lg7yg/s1600/387.JPG" height="200" width="150" /></a></div>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Two little purchases<br /><br />&nbsp;Our main stop was Urban Outfitters. I did make a sneaky little purchase which I completely blame on Chloe as she forced me into buying two gorgeous nail polishes. I'm going to blame it on her so I don't feel so bad for spending my money...<br /><br />After we finished in Urban Outfitters, we continued to walk round town to take a few more cool Christmas photos which I will post below. I hope you all had a lovely Christmas and New Years!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Have a look at the other girls' blogs!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #93c47d;"><a href="http://realityleaveslotstoimagination.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Chloe</span></a>&nbsp;(<a href="http://realityleaveslotstoimagination.blogspot.co.uk/search?updated-max=2014-12-23T21:29:00Z&amp;max-results=5" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Chloe's meet up post</span></a>)</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://rjtmisti.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Becca</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://asiajade1996.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Asia</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://mims96.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Merraf</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://beatricenotyetlost.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Bea</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://glossglitzandglamour.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Chloe</span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ak9Jvf9X8uk/VKxXJJZTTFI/AAAAAAAAASU/XzpYLFaxkl8/s1600/426.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2zMYlXkc6FM/VKxXIcoDdQI/AAAAAAAAASI/MxZ3_ayAOnk/s1600/425.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-2zMYlXkc6FM/VKxXIcoDdQI/AAAAAAAAASI/MxZ3_ayAOnk/s1600/425.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8_buRt3RIIw/VKxXJ6HNgKI/AAAAAAAAASg/SEbFhBpIB8I/s1600/438.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8_buRt3RIIw/VKxXJ6HNgKI/AAAAAAAAASg/SEbFhBpIB8I/s1600/438.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">What have you been up to recently? What do you think of the girls' blogs?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-66465238432860371392014-12-23T10:19:00.001-08:002014-12-23T11:43:20.708-08:00New Look Ankle Boots Purchase<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZG9Z46UFF7Q/VJmqJ9GKjdI/AAAAAAAAAO4/E0dCDTGDeJA/s1600/IMG_9613%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZG9Z46UFF7Q/VJmqJ9GKjdI/AAAAAAAAAO4/E0dCDTGDeJA/s1600/IMG_9613%5B1%5D.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hey guys! So I haven't made a post in a while as I have been too distracted with college, friends and most importantly, Christmas!! We only have one more day and I'm so excited! Anyway, I thought I'd make a short post about a small purchase I made today.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><a name='more'></a>Today I went out with a few friends to see the new 'Night at the Museum' which was by far the best one in my opinion. After the film had finished, we decided to go and do a bit of Christmas shopping. Of course, I couldn't resist dragging them all into Topshop, River Island and New Look. Unfortunately there was nothing in Topshop or River Island that took my fancy which surprised me a lot! So in New Look I was overjoyed when I saw these beauties. I absolutely love ankle boots and these were just calling my name so I had to buy them. They were priced up at £19.99 which I thought was a steal, when I arrived at the checkout I gave my student card and went to get my money when the man informed me they had been reduced to £8!! I was so happy but I had to play it cool until I left the tills and then squealed about it to my friends! I'm not sure if the reduction was just on these boots or if they were on everything so I would get down there quick and see if there's anything cute that you can snap up cheaper!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/shoe-gallery/boots/black-canvas-lace-up-block-heel-ankle-boots_304621101?productFind=search" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Black Canvas Lace Up Block Heel Ankle Boots (£19.99/£8.00)</span></a></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Have you made any purchases recently?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-89350505356733361612014-11-27T09:15:00.000-08:002014-11-27T09:27:03.156-08:00Small Boots Haul<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1HjQTWjtCmY/VHdRN4Tk_zI/AAAAAAAAAOU/izKJUbUDfqA/s640/blogger-image--1851123969.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TeAfI_ND5W0/VHdSKm9UPjI/AAAAAAAAAOk/00_B68BSX8c/s1600/blogger-image--1851123969.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TeAfI_ND5W0/VHdSKm9UPjI/AAAAAAAAAOk/00_B68BSX8c/s1600/blogger-image--1851123969.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hey guys! I haven't bought makeup in a while as I've been trying to save recently, but I thought I'd treat myself and go on a small Boots haul, courtesy of my mothers credit card (I had been told that I need to buy something for myself instead of saving for presents for people for Christmas but I just couldn't take the guilt!). I'm just going to tell you guys what little picks I bought and should review a couple soon.<br /><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><br /><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-tqmxXrApS2I/VHdROz-CdjI/AAAAAAAAAOc/e3xuioV1mVA/s640/blogger-image--368522369.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-tqmxXrApS2I/VHdROz-CdjI/AAAAAAAAAOc/e3xuioV1mVA/s200/blogger-image--368522369.jpg" width="150" /></a>If you're a regular reader of my blog, you will know how obsessed I am with the Barry M Gelly Hi-Shine nail paints. Although I have become very confused with this as when I went to pick up my new purchases, I've seen that they've either added new bottles in the exact same colour with different names or they've changed all the names of the oldest paints in this collection? I couldn't figure it out and it doesn't say anything about new ones on the <a href="http://www.barrym.com/products/nails/effects/gelly-nail-effects.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">colour list</span></a> (yes, I'm sad enough to keep myself updated with this list). So anyway before I go any more off tangent, I bought two shades in the new collection, 'Chai' GNP 29 and 'Cardamom' GNP 30. These shades are part of the new Autumn/Winter collection and these two have to be my favourite shades which is why I chose them. I am intending to buy the rest of this collection as they are all pretty colours. In the picture, I'm wearing 'Chai' GNP 29 on my ring finger and 'Cardamom' GNP 30 on the rest.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The last nail paint, I got for free for spending over £6 on Barry M. It was the limited edition, Christmas glitter nail paint in 'Moonlight'. I could choose one of two shades, the other being 'Starlight' but I preferred 'Moonlight' as it is a mix of silver and magenta pieces instead of silver and gold. I wouldn't usually buy something like this as I'm not too keen on this type of top coat because of the big pieces, but I thought I'd give it a try as it was free and I can't pass that up. I will give it a try and my feelings towards these top coats may change, I will keep you updated.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Revlon have recently had a new release of the Colorstay Moisture Stain lipgloss, so of course this had to be on my list of things to buy because of the gorgeous colour range and the fact it's a new product was just too tempting. After contemplating for a good ten minutes which shade I should get, I finally decided on 'Barcelona Nights' 015. I just loved this colour in the tube so much! I have to say that when applied it does come up a bit lighter and brighter than it shows in the tube, although it is still very pretty and wearable. It goes on smoothly and has a pointed applicator which helps when defining your top lip. I have not tested out how long it lasts or if the colour stays true throughout the day yet so I can't comment on how good that is.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The last thing I bought was one I have been looking to buy for a while. The Rimmel Kate Lasting Finish Lipstick in the shade '08'. I have a lot of these lipsticks and they are highly raved about but I still feel I should say how good they are. They are creamy, easy to apply, long lasting and come in a range of colours. They also have a matte range which I have a few of (let's not forget the famous shade '107). This colour has been on my list for a while as people have reviewed it as a very natural and wearable, everyday colour. I would describe this shade as a your-lips-but-better shade, for me. This will change based on your natural lip colour but this is just so close to my lip colour but enhances it amazingly.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Barry-M-Gelly-High-Shine-Nail-Paint_1281299/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Barry M Gelly Hi-Shine Nail Paints (£3.99)</span></a></i></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Barry-M-Christmas-2014-Limited-Edition-Nail-Paint_1538939/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Barry M Christmas Limited Edition Nail Paint (£3.99)</span></a></i></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Revlon-Colorstay-Moisture-Lip-Stain_1500693/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Revlon Colorstay Moisture Stain (£7.99)</span></a></i></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-Kate-Lasting-Finish-Lipstick_1230439/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Rimmel Kate Lasting Finish Lipstick (£5.49)</span></a></i></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Have you bought any products recently? What are your thoughts on these products?</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-73761030689993953192014-11-23T12:34:00.000-08:002014-11-23T12:47:08.621-08:00Soap & Glory Kick Ass Concealer Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><div style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-3OZC6kmEC8Y/VFfqXoC7cQI/AAAAAAAAANo/FwH03kCx2g0/s1600/blogger-image--104636465.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-3OZC6kmEC8Y/VFfqXoC7cQI/AAAAAAAAANo/FwH03kCx2g0/s320/blogger-image--104636465.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></div>Hey beauties! So yes, I have finally given into the temptation of buying this product after months of it being on my wishlist. I'm the sort of person to have tons of beauty products written down to buy but then I go out and see other products and buy those instead... Does anyone else do this? After all the hype this concealer got, I knew it would be a good one to add to my collection so I went and bought it! Guess what, I was not disappointed! When the beauty world hype, they know what they're talking about. So I've had this product for about a month now (pictures taken less than a week after purchase and use), I thought I would use it for some time so I could give a true opinion and proper review.<br /><br /><a name='more'></a>First off I want to say how much I have fallen in love with the packaging. Now it's Soap &amp; Glory, so of course this was going to be one of the benefits of their product! As always, it was sealed inside this pretty, bright little box full of information and advertisements about the concealer. This little box not only protects the product and shows proof of any previous use but also makes it look that little bit cuter! The name, oh my gosh the name. I'm not too sure why I love it so much it just even <i>sounds</i> like such an amazing concealer! Kick Ass concealer, yeah that concealer is gonna cover my blemishes and kick their ass, that's what it screams to me. Next is the actual product container. It comes in this round, plastic, leveled pot which is actually quite bulky which is a down side. It makes it harder to carry around with you but is still able to sit in your makeup bag! Also, did I mention it comes with a perfect little mirror by the top of step one and two?! Yeah, that's real.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-RHduV0hkOJA/VFfqZZhwt1I/AAAAAAAAAN4/-0hzQnod5oE/s1600/blogger-image--1242487188.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-RHduV0hkOJA/VFfqZZhwt1I/AAAAAAAAAN4/-0hzQnod5oE/s320/blogger-image--1242487188.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />Okay so now to the actual product! The first layer as you open the container (step one and two) has two different trays of concealer. The labelled step one is a concealer which is meant for use under your eyes. It has pink undertones and a creamy texture to hep it blend softly and easily under the eye. I prefer this for my more I'm-not-wearing-any-makeup days. It blends enough for it not to be cakey and obvious but at the same time it takes away most of the darkness. It does not take away ALL of the darkness which is what I like about it (that might just be on my tired college eyes though). I find that when I use a concealer that brightens up my eyes completely it looks very unnatural. This concealer makes it look as though I have had 10 hours sleep every night for a month and makes me look fresh every morning instead of caked.<br /><br />Step two is a second small tray of concealer which is meant for any blemishes on your face that need covering. It is a yellow toned concealer which is great for blemishes on my face because I - unfortunately - have yellow toned skin. I don't know how this step of the concealer fairs on those with pinker tones but I know it works for me! I usually use this step on my nose and any other spots that need it. It has a thicker texture than step one but is still not too cakey. This is good for days you don't want a full face made up and just want to cover certain things.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/--Ez-K2x6dSQ/VFfqYoQTLZI/AAAAAAAAANw/U8wuZpZFh7s/s640/blogger-image-379025406.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/--Ez-K2x6dSQ/VFfqYoQTLZI/AAAAAAAAANw/U8wuZpZFh7s/s320/blogger-image-379025406.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br />Step three is the powder! Oh, the heaven sent truly amazing powder... Okay. Let me just say that I have had to limit myself to only using this powder in the places I put concealer (what it's meant for) because I'm so scared about it running out before the concealer. That would kill me. It is basically just a translucent powder with a small, round puff included (Soap &amp; Glory stamped, of course). What makes it so awesome is that it lasts ALL DAY! I'm not talking about Boots descriptions of all day in which it only ends up lasting two hours, I'm talking Peppermint Skies stamp of approval going on this lasting ALL DAY. You put it on in the morning and it makes your skin feel like silk! I constantly find myself gently touching under my eyes to feel the softness... Does that make me weird? No it's fine, I'm a blogger...<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Soap-Glory%C2%99-Kick-Ass-Concealer%C2%99-Three-Piece-Camouflage-Kit-2-x-2-6g_1243294/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Soap &amp; Glory Kick Ass Concealer: £10</span></a></i></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Have you tried this concealer? What are your favourite Soap &amp; Glory Products?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-47077042940159026822014-11-03T10:55:00.001-08:002014-11-03T10:59:23.222-08:00Halloween Part I, II & IIIHello spooky cuties! So Halloween has come and gone and we're all left with our few pieces of candy and a scrawled up costume. I thought it would be nice to show you all what I decided to put on my face for this occasion. Now, I had three different places to go over the Halloween weekend so I had three different costumes to prepare which was the most fun thing to do because I love Halloween so much!<br /><a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=8384087611465058944" name="more"></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-NnhUBeD3gXs/VFfGNTt7plI/AAAAAAAAANI/MrTZQf3kxAk/s640/blogger-image--1670094409.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-NnhUBeD3gXs/VFfGNTt7plI/AAAAAAAAANI/MrTZQf3kxAk/s200/blogger-image--1670094409.jpg" width="133" /></a><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-jlReAGJloUM/VFfGOPz23NI/AAAAAAAAANQ/GNcVllhJZC4/s640/blogger-image-133339758.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-jlReAGJloUM/VFfGOPz23NI/AAAAAAAAANQ/GNcVllhJZC4/s200/blogger-image-133339758.jpg" width="133" /></a><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-q6ynvEZ5ppE/VFfGPCfi_7I/AAAAAAAAANY/qaj2J8zXMxY/s640/blogger-image-282934115.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-q6ynvEZ5ppE/VFfGPCfi_7I/AAAAAAAAANY/qaj2J8zXMxY/s200/blogger-image-282934115.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><br />My first costume was Pikachu from Pokémon. Now I don't know about you guys, but every Halloween I've had has been absolutely freezing due to the fat that I'm from England (Yes, I used the word candy and I'm British...), and this year was no different! So to be able to wear a big, fluffy Pikachu onesie was awesome because I could layer it like mad underneath! Needless to say I ended up taking some of those layers off because I judged the weather wrong... Oops! For this makeup look I used Rimmel Exaggerate Waterproof Eye Definer in '261 Noir'. I used this to create Pikachu's nose and draw a lightning bolt down the side of my face. I then used <a href="http://peppermintskiesblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/03/revlon-colorburst-matte-balm.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm</span></a> in '240 Striking' to draw on Pikachu's cheeks. I put my hair in a simple pony so the makeup was more visible then went out to show off my look!<br /><br />My second costume was a simple scarecrow. I first took a Revlon Matte Balm in the shade '245 Audacious' and drew some round cheeks like on Pikachu, a rounded triangle on my nose and I also filled in my lips this colour too. I then took the Rimmel Eye Definer and added some stitching around my mouth and to 'hold' the orange nose to my face. On my head I just wore an old looking straw hat that was lent to me by my friend Cain for these purposes and my outfit was just normal clothing with ripped jeans. I wore my hair down and backcombed it in places which isn't too obvious to see in this picture so I apologise. This was to make me, as a scarecrow, look more roughed up and straw like.<br /><br />My third costume was a cat. Now this costume was more just makeup and some cat ears which was just thrown together as I was spending the night with my friend Starla who you can see in the picture on the left. We wanted to dress up but didn't have anything with us so this was used as a last resort but I thought I would show you guys anyway! The cat ears were bought from Poundland which was an absolute steal as they are made of metal and aren't flimsy at all! For the nose and whiskers, we both used the Rimmel Eye Definer once again!<br /><br />I used the Rimmel Eye Definer in all of my costumes and the Revlon Matte Balm in two as they both last an amazingly long time, neither of them smudge once dry and the eyeliner is waterproof! Definitely good choices for Halloween nights out when rain and smudges can't be predicted!!<br /><br />I'd say my favourite outfit of the three would have to be Pikachu. Even though this isn't scary and the scarecrow fits with the Halloween theme, I just loved my Pikachu costume and makeup so much!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-Exaggerate-Automatic-Waterproof-Eye-Definer_1133039/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Rimmel Exaggerate Waterproof Eye Definer (£3.99)</span></a></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Revlon-ColorBurst-8482-Matte-Balm_1416281/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #93c47d;">Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm (£7.99)</span></a></i></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">What did you dress as for Halloween? Have I given you any ideas for next year?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-54952461069249071382014-10-14T07:38:00.000-07:002014-10-14T07:51:04.019-07:00GOSH Glitter Nail Polish ReviewPeppermint skies has been MIA for over three weeks! What?! These are the times when I have a think about whether I should just live my life writing in my blog instead of getting a proper college education. Hm... It seems every time I get the urge to write a post, I force myself to believe that I want to do homework, which includes lots and lots of essays... But I'm back and I will TRY to keep updated, because it's killing me not being able to post!<br /><br /><br /><a name='more'></a><br />So today I'm going to be doing a review of the GOSH Glitter nail polishes that I received two of in the <a href="http://peppermintskiesblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/09/sebloggermeetup-goody-bag-swap-box.html" target="_blank">goody bag</a> I was given when at a <a href="http://peppermintskiesblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/sebloggermeetup.html" target="_blank">South East blogger meetup</a>. I own the shades <span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;">'631 Million Stars' and '628 Stardust'. Can we just take a moment to marvel at how gorgeous those names are? There are five shades in the collection, each a slightly darker shade of '628 Stardust'.</span><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18px;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ydrRp0xveXU/VD006uVOHtI/AAAAAAAAAMw/77y-SvlpIvw/s640/blogger-image-1670384621.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ydrRp0xveXU/VD006uVOHtI/AAAAAAAAAMw/77y-SvlpIvw/s640/blogger-image-1670384621.jpg" /></a></span></div><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;">&nbsp;'631 Million Stars' is a deep grey/black colour, the second to darkest shade, with tiny specs of glitter in it as do the other shades which would be the inspiration for their dazzling names. This colour looks perfect with only one coat, although I always use two with any nail polishes so that's what is shown in this picture.</span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;"></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-yBjqWB_coPE/VD007f4J38I/AAAAAAAAAM4/X3DHie2kXnQ/s640/blogger-image-1479389899.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-yBjqWB_coPE/VD007f4J38I/AAAAAAAAAM4/X3DHie2kXnQ/s640/blogger-image-1479389899.jpg" /></a></span></div><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;">&nbsp;'628 Stardust' is an off white colour, the lightest shade, with again, lots of little bits of glitter inside. The good thing about this polish is that the glitter is very small instead of chuns of glitter. For this colour, one coat gives off a beautiful glitter look that's subtle and is perfect for creating that accent nail on your ring finger. You can build with this colour which adds more colour and glitter making it less subtle and more wow for those days when you feel very girly and glitzy. I do have to say that with this colour, you can still see VNL very clearly even when two coats is applied as in this picture. This is not the case for the darker shade.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;">The polish spreads evenly across the whole nail and there is no build up of glitter at a certain point on the nail. The stardust shade lasted a lot longer for me than million stars as although I applied more coats for stardust, million stars actually started to peel a few hours after it was applied, possibly because I had applied two coats? I have been using stardust a lot as I feel it creates a beautifully subtle look. Million stars is amazing for my bolder days and is one polish I would definitely reach for when I do feel like I want more of a daring look. I do have to say, with these polishes it is very hard to remove them properly with nail polish remover as it is with all glitter polishes, so this is something to be aware of. I love how good these drugstore polishes are at the bargain price of £3.99! I'm amazed!</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;">I love these polishes so much, I just wish the darker shade would last longer! I will definitely be purchasing more shades of these glitter polishes as they are just gorgeous! Although I do wish that GOSH would bring out more colours for this collection instead of just whites, greys and blacks.</span><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #6e7274; font-family: Vollkorn; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.479999542236328px; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.superdrug.com/GOSH-Starbust/c/gosh-starbust#.VD0yQxBdUUU" target="_blank">GOSH Glitter Nail Polish - £3.99</a></span></div></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Do you own any of the GOSH nail polishes? What polishes have you been loving?</div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div></div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-1381517077806399782014-09-18T04:10:00.003-07:002014-09-18T04:23:03.703-07:00Bloglovin'Don't you just love starting from scratch and having 0 followers? My previous bloglovin' account doesn't seem to be working anymore and so I needed to claim it again! It wasn't showing any of my followers when I posted anything new. So follow my new Bloglovin' to get any new post updates from me!<br /><br />&lt;a href="http://www.bloglovin.com/blog/12739063/?claim=sq6yk7n3d9x"&gt;Follow my blog with Bloglovin&lt;/a&gt; <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-27127001354800988572014-09-18T03:13:00.000-07:002014-09-18T03:15:18.906-07:00Soap & Glory Archery Pencil Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-8edWy-aUtzg/VBni8jiWGGI/AAAAAAAAALM/_ui98kP8qqI/s640/blogger-image-1739254640.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-exRU6LQ-Hhg/VBnyPxGMhkI/AAAAAAAAAL4/HbLpUzjLVJQ/s640/blogger-image-524229869.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-exRU6LQ-Hhg/VBnyPxGMhkI/AAAAAAAAAL4/HbLpUzjLVJQ/s640/blogger-image-524229869.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-vq-22Zroi3I/VBnyQkpRl3I/AAAAAAAAAMA/CC2MUWAvATY/s640/blogger-image-760643097.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-vq-22Zroi3I/VBnyQkpRl3I/AAAAAAAAAMA/CC2MUWAvATY/s640/blogger-image-760643097.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jQCOS2qRMBE/VBn0h_67s1I/AAAAAAAAAMI/ZQh5MG1Ulp8/s1600/archery%2Bpencil%2B1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-jQCOS2qRMBE/VBn0h_67s1I/AAAAAAAAAMI/ZQh5MG1Ulp8/s1600/archery%2Bpencil%2B1.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bdHeeaYg2dU/VBn0jnmyvII/AAAAAAAAAMQ/2Xye51GawKE/s1600/archery%2Bpencil%2B2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bdHeeaYg2dU/VBn0jnmyvII/AAAAAAAAAMQ/2Xye51GawKE/s1600/archery%2Bpencil%2B2.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a></div><br />Hello my girls! So lemme start by saying well done Soap &amp; Glory, you've done it again. You've pushed me into buying this little beauty of a brow pencil for £10! Bit expensive I thought at first, until I began using it... I bet you guys can already tell what kind of review this is going to be, so I will TRY to not go completely crazy and force you all to buy this. HG HG HG HG!!! Okay. No more crazy.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So I bought my pencil in the colour 'Brownie Points' which matches the colour of my brows perfectly. I don't know how it works but it somehow seems to match a range of different brown haired colours? But unfortunately, Soap &amp; Glory have only brought out two shades of this product, the other being 'Love Is Blonde' for fairer haired gals. This, of course, is a disadvantage because quite obviously there isn't a shade to suit every person which is such a shame! I'm hoping they will bring out more shades as this pencil becomes more popular so everyone can try it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-z_1AcgRpzG0/VBn0kyiqxoI/AAAAAAAAAMY/_lIfpwy2VI8/s1600/archery%2Bpencil%2B3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-z_1AcgRpzG0/VBn0kyiqxoI/AAAAAAAAAMY/_lIfpwy2VI8/s1600/archery%2Bpencil%2B3.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This pencil has two ends to it, the first is just like any ordinary brow pencil, with the ability to twist the tube to produce more product. The other end however, I was a bit skeptical about at first as it is shaped like a felt liner but is actually a brush with a tint inside. I was worried at first that the tint end wouldn't last very long as it didn't feel or look like there was much inside. But I was wrong! I've had this product for almost a month now and it is still just like new! It's perfect! The tint goes on with ease and there is never too much that comes out of it.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The pencil end seems to last me all day (based on a 9 - 4:30 college day). The tint end does too, most of the time... We've had quite a few hot days recently, and I remember worrying and complaining to my friend near the end of college because I looked in the mirror and saw my eyebrow had melted off?! Not literally... But the tint had faded quite a bit! I was so disappointed! So I think this product is great at lasting from day to day but maybe take it around with you on hotter days to do little touch ups!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-8edWy-aUtzg/VBni8jiWGGI/AAAAAAAAALM/_ui98kP8qqI/s1600/blogger-image-1739254640.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-8edWy-aUtzg/VBni8jiWGGI/AAAAAAAAALM/_ui98kP8qqI/s1600/blogger-image-1739254640.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="display: inline !important; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-8edWy-aUtzg/VBni8jiWGGI/AAAAAAAAALM/_ui98kP8qqI/s320/blogger-image-1739254640.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Rk-mQ1AyOEQ/VBnkgJpJCEI/AAAAAAAAALk/BiLK1hqGsiY/s1600/eye.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Rk-mQ1AyOEQ/VBnkgJpJCEI/AAAAAAAAALk/BiLK1hqGsiY/s1600/eye.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">My eyebrows look so much more sparse and non existence in person. My camera has actually done a pretty good job at making my eyebrows look decent in the natural picture! Good for everyday purposes but not good for proving how good the Archery Pencil really is.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">As you can see, the pencil has helped to shape my brows in a natural looking way without causing me to have a dramatic case of slug brows. I have only taken a picture of the difference in this brow as it has more of a visible change. I actually don't have an arch on this (my left) eyebrow, this is because of a scar that I oh so intelligently gained myself across the top of my eyebrow, right where the arch should form! I know right, good aiming? So anyway, I've never been able to find anything that can help me with his problem and give me awesome brows, I'm usually just left with brows that look like I've gone pluck happy! Not a good look... But I've used the tint end of the pencil to actually draw in an arch (using my little freckle for an arch guide line!). Now because I knew I was going to be taking pictures for this post, of course the arch went a bit weird but you get the picture (you see what I did there? *laughs at self*). It just looks so natural! I mean, if you're up close you can see where I've drawn in the arch but you'd have to look pretty damn close!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">When applying this, I use the pencil side to fill in the side of my eyebrow closest to my nose. I then lightly wipe some product from the start of the brow to make the eyebrows look more natural, as they gradually get more dramatic instead of being thick and dark right at the start. I then create the arch with the tint end and fill in any sparse areas throughout the brow using small stroke motions instead of colouring in my brow. This helps create the natural effect whilst making my brows look fuller and generally better.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I rate this product 8/10 as the problem with the heat making it wear off over time really disappointed me! Also the fact of only having two shades made me knock off a mark. But still love it so much and could not do without it! Best brow product I've tried by far.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">BUY THIS WONDROUS PRODUCT IF IT'S THE LAST THING YOU DO!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Soap-Glory%C2%99-Archery%C2%99-Brow-Tint-And-Pencil_1279313/" target="_blank">Soap &amp; Glory Archery Pencil: £10</a></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">What did you think of the Soap &amp; Glory Archery Pencil? What are your HG brow products?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-63194578511528538852014-09-08T11:34:00.004-07:002014-09-24T10:41:26.552-07:00First Day at College: FOTD & OOTD<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-by03Je_8wiI/VA3mIeiVqFI/AAAAAAAAAKc/OCTqO3C-91M/s640/blogger-image-1478477098.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-by03Je_8wiI/VA3mIeiVqFI/AAAAAAAAAKc/OCTqO3C-91M/s640/blogger-image-1478477098.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kb_Xw_-1NU4/VA3mKJ09gpI/AAAAAAAAAKs/pm7V0XDBIbg/s640/blogger-image--1444566339.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kb_Xw_-1NU4/VA3mKJ09gpI/AAAAAAAAAKs/pm7V0XDBIbg/s640/blogger-image--1444566339.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-euA55iuN5eM/VA3mHQMUoiI/AAAAAAAAAKU/UlTGeAGinFg/s640/blogger-image--942510627.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kb_Xw_-1NU4/VA3mKJ09gpI/AAAAAAAAAKs/pm7V0XDBIbg/s1600/blogger-image--1444566339.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kb_Xw_-1NU4/VA3mKJ09gpI/AAAAAAAAAKs/pm7V0XDBIbg/s320/blogger-image--1444566339.jpg" width="240" /></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kb_Xw_-1NU4/VA3mKJ09gpI/AAAAAAAAAKs/pm7V0XDBIbg/s1600/blogger-image--1444566339.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-3Zk0WQn4z3c/VA3mJRCGYzI/AAAAAAAAAKk/vlqoCn1mDd0/s640/blogger-image-410694459.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-3Zk0WQn4z3c/VA3mJRCGYzI/AAAAAAAAAKk/vlqoCn1mDd0/s320/blogger-image-410694459.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">So for those of you who don't know, I have left high school and have just started college! There was a last minute change of plan as to which college I was going to but it was a good change. So today was my first day and I thought I'd share with you all what I wore on my face and my body!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"></div><a name='more'></a>On my top half I'm wearing a mint green rib-knit top from H&amp;M which is £7.99, link <a href="http://www.hm.com/gb/product/31884?article=31884-C" target="_blank">here</a>. I'm also wearing a triple daisy pendant necklace from New Look which is £5.99, link <a href="http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/jewellery-and-hair-accessories/gold-triple-daisy-pendant-necklace_318125493" target="_blank">here</a>. On my bottom half I'm wearing bleach skinny jeans from Boohoo which are £15, link <a href="http://www.boohoo.com/restofworld/clothing/jeans/icat/skinny-jeans/clare-wow-bleach-super-skinny-jeans/invt/azz50346" target="_blank">here</a>, and a basic pair of white converse/plimsolls from New Look but I can't find them anymore so they must have sold out! The bag I'm using is a tan leather satchel from River Island at £30, link <a href="http://www.riverisland.com/women/bags--purses/backpacks/Tan-large-satchel-655907" target="_blank">here</a>. On my wrist I just wore my plain Pandora bracelet and a bracelet I made by plaiting thread because I was bored one day! For my nails I decided I wanted a blue colour and went for the Barry M Gelly Hi Shine nail polish in 'Sugar Apple' which you can see in the picture below.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">IGNORE WEIRD FACIAL EXPRESSION IN PICTURE!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">On my face I went for a natural look with a bit of definition, so I went with No7 Beautifully Matte foundation, Seventeen Phwoar Paint concealer, Rimmel Stay Matte pressed powder, Soap &amp; Glory Archery Pencil, Maybelline Colour Tattoo in 'Pink Gold', Collection Felt tip liner and Collection Lengthening mascara.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">How was your first day back at school/college? What would/did you wear for your first day at college?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Tori. X</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-by03Je_8wiI/VA3mIeiVqFI/AAAAAAAAAKc/OCTqO3C-91M/s1600/blogger-image-1478477098.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-by03Je_8wiI/VA3mIeiVqFI/AAAAAAAAAKc/OCTqO3C-91M/s320/blogger-image-1478477098.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-euA55iuN5eM/VA3mHQMUoiI/AAAAAAAAAKU/UlTGeAGinFg/s320/blogger-image--942510627.jpg" width="240" /><br /><br />Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-73132425626519055132014-09-03T12:02:00.003-07:002014-09-03T12:19:28.903-07:00Mascara, Butters & Blushes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-pHUCGiv36Iw/VAdUH7fTowI/AAAAAAAAAJM/ksVHlWW9J5k/s640/blogger-image-1994317925.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-pHUCGiv36Iw/VAdUH7fTowI/AAAAAAAAAJM/ksVHlWW9J5k/s320/blogger-image-1994317925.jpg" width="240" /></a><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-n_ye9rzcFSU/VAdUHG622nI/AAAAAAAAAJE/kUvUPQHGmAM/s640/blogger-image-2023290294.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-n_ye9rzcFSU/VAdUHG622nI/AAAAAAAAAJE/kUvUPQHGmAM/s320/blogger-image-2023290294.jpg" width="240" /></a></div>Hello my lovelies, guess what?! August has ended! We've recieved our results and high school is finally over for me, hooray! So you know what this means, it's August favourite time! I know you've all just been so excited to see my terrible quality photos containing awesome little makeup bits! I need a camera so badly... So lemme get started!<br /><br /><a name='more'></a><br /><br />So from left to right we have a Revlon lip butter in 'Juicy Papaya', a Collection lengthening mascara (which was included in my beauty box post from Lottie, little post link <a href="http://peppermintskiesblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/09/sebloggermeetup-goody-bag-swap-box.html#more" target="_blank">here</a>), Soap &amp; Glory Archery pencil, Sleek blush in 'Rose Gold' (Also included in the beauty swap box), L'oreal True Match concealer in 'Rose Beige', Nivea Lip Butter in 'Raspberry and Baby lips lip balm in 'Peach Kiss'.<br /><br />I've wanted a Revlon lip butter for a while but it took me so long to decide on my tester shade. This lip butter has had so much hype so obviously I had to try it for myself! I finally decided on the shade 'Juicy Papaya'. I love this shade as I have a lot of love for coral looking lipsticks, although this was unlike a colour I have tried before. It was an orange/coral but it is more of a pink toned peach when applied, it isn't opaque but then it isn't very subtle. It's a perfect colour for summer and feels great on the lips! It's buttery (hence the name, who knew), easy to apply and comes in a large selection of colours from light pinks to browns. I highly recommend these although they can feel a little cakey as if I'm wearing a dark lipstick, maybe that's just me!<br /><br />The Collection lengthening mascara, well I have to say, I think it may be my HG... I think... I love it for everyday uses as it's just so natural, yet if you build it then it becomes a false eye effect but with no flaking, it's great! With the thin brush it's so easy to cover every lash, this mascara is just exactly what I've been looking for but I haven't been using it long so I'm not ready to commit to it as being my HG yet!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">I'm not going to go into detail about the Soap &amp; Glory archery pencil as there will be a full review up soon, let's just say that it's amazing, my HG eyebrow product and I'm so so in love with it!</div><br />The Sleek blushes have always drawn my attention and have had a lot of hype, I fell in love with them a while ago but never got round to buying them! I didn't want to buy one online because then I would be waiting in anticipation for one to arrive in the mail! Every time I was determined to buy one, it was never in a local store so I have always been disappointed! The colour I have always been in love with is 'Rose Gold'. I wasn't sure how it would look on me but I knew I love the colour, it was gorgeous! Red pink with a gold shimmer but with no glitter chunks, perfect! So I was amazed when I received this in my box and it is definitely a favourite! I just love it so much, super pigmented and lasts all day for me!<br /><br />The L'oreal True Match concealer is a product I have only recently tried, my friend Starla and I have the same skin colour but with different undertones. I have slightly yellow undertoned skin and she has pink undertones. So when she offered me some of her concealer in rose beige I refused, rose beige? Yeah, rose will suit me so much with yellow skin and all... But as she applied it to her face, I was amazed at how well it covered with so little! So I had to try it, and it suited me? It blended into my skin like a dream! So going to buy it I decided to swatch a couple of more yellow toned shades. Nope. Rose beige was the one for me! This concealer is amazing at covering small blemishes and highlighting my cupids bow, unfortunately it didn't do so well with covering my undereye circles... which is fine as I have my Phwoar paint for that! Probably would work on slightly less severe circles but I have killed my eyes over this summer so that's probably why!<br /><br />I don't really have much to say about this Nivea lip butter. It's Nivea, so of course it's going to be awesome at salvaging your lips! But this comes in a cute little pot which I love as it's so compact, it has an amazing smell and taste to it and it adds the tiniest bit of colour to my lips which just makes them look healthier! I just love this!<br /><br />Ahh Baby lips... I've only ever bought one of these as I loved how great my lips felt after using it but I bought the red colour balm (can't remember shade name) and it didn't really suit me so in my logic I just went off it. That was until I saw the shade 'Peach Kiss' whilst browsing through boots and it looked like such a pretty colour! Of course, I was right. A subtle peach colour with the scent and taste of peach! Moisturizes lips, looks good, lasts ages what more could you want? Definitely a shade to buy!<br /><br />After writing this post I have noticed that I not only have an obsession with lipstick, but with all lip products... especially lip balms/moisturizers/butters at this time. I need help.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">What have you been loving this month? Have you tried any of these products?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div><br />http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/oliviatowner/Signature_zpsbd7f0edf.jpg Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-78859654175651800622014-09-01T15:34:00.000-07:002014-09-24T10:41:51.492-07:00#SEBloggerMeetup Goody Bag & Swap Box<span style="text-align: center;">#SEBloggerMeetup post continued!</span><br /><span style="text-align: center;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gfpAl1Mo5K0/VATwmStfBdI/AAAAAAAAAIU/LqLmD2FRMy8/s1600/blogger-image--348786672.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gfpAl1Mo5K0/VATwmStfBdI/AAAAAAAAAIU/LqLmD2FRMy8/s1600/blogger-image--348786672.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><span style="text-align: center;"><br /></span><span style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;In my bag I got (left to right): an Elf voucher for 20% off of any order over £15, a small card with info about a new skincare range - UrbanVeda, 6 Pukka green teabags, a Superdrug hydrating facial sheet mask, Benefit Lollitint sample, UrbanVeda Purifying Day Cream sample, UrbanVeda Daily Purifying Facial Wash sample, Liz Earle Botanical Shine Conditioner sample, Liz Earle Botanical Essence No15 sample, 3 Nailgirls nail polishes in the shades 'Pink 5', 'Green 6' and 'Silver 3', 2 Gosh nail polishes in the shades '631 Million Stars' and '628 Stardust', 2 Drumstick lollies, parma violets and a Hotel Chocolat bar of caramel chocolate.</span><br /><span style="text-align: center;">I haven't properly tried out any products yet, but there will be reviews!</span><br /><span style="text-align: center;"></span><br /><a name='more'></a><span style="text-align: center;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oBAW8VzErFg/VATxF4gwvsI/AAAAAAAAAIc/7oV0fGvZnM0/s1600/blogger-image--9566153462.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-oBAW8VzErFg/VATxF4gwvsI/AAAAAAAAAIc/7oV0fGvZnM0/s1600/blogger-image--9566153462.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YlKHQsw2RTM/VATx99QlKAI/AAAAAAAAAIk/nEaTdACn0KU/s1600/IMG_6990%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YlKHQsw2RTM/VATx99QlKAI/AAAAAAAAAIk/nEaTdACn0KU/s1600/IMG_6990%5B1%5D.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a></div><span style="text-align: center;"><br /></span><span style="text-align: center;">So for our box swap, I received a mystery box from the lovely Lottie (HERE), in my box I was given a Carmex lip balm, a No7 eyeshadow in a green grey sort of colour (much prettier than it sounds!), a Sleek blush in rose gold (which I've been wanting for so long!), a Barry M High Shine nail varnish in 'Blueberry' and a Barry M Aquarium nail varnish in 'aqnp6' which is absolutely beautiful! I could not be more grateful for what I got in my pretty little box!</span><br /><span style="text-align: center;"><br /></span><span style="text-align: center;">The box I gave away got given to the gorgeous Megan (HERE), in my box, I gave a Barry M matte top coat, Rimmel Wonder'full mascara, Rimmel Kate Lasting Finish lipstick in shade '16' and some watermelon 5 gum. I bought things that were on my list of things to buy, then I got jealous of my own purchases and had to go out and buy duplicates of everything for myself! I tried to find a shade of lipstick that could suit all skin tones as I didn't know who my box was going to, which is why I thought of this Kate lipstick in shade '16'!</span><br /><span style="text-align: center;"><br /></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: center;">Have you ever done a box swap? What new makeup products have you tried recently?</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</span></div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-5466551851421732622014-08-26T08:51:00.002-07:002014-09-01T15:54:20.468-07:00#SEBloggerMeetup<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-R_CfLgumzCs/U_jWinRxFeI/AAAAAAAAAG4/lp4AqI3KvpI/s640/blogger-image--34878667.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-R_CfLgumzCs/U_jWinRxFeI/AAAAAAAAAG4/lp4AqI3KvpI/s640/blogger-image--34878667.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ux9zQq0fpVY/U_jWjhVjnPI/AAAAAAAAAHA/Jk3P_OU5obs/s640/blogger-image--678808098.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ux9zQq0fpVY/U_jWjhVjnPI/AAAAAAAAAHA/Jk3P_OU5obs/s640/blogger-image--678808098.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-xah1TAHIqV4/U_jWhS1kgzI/AAAAAAAAAGw/F553-QJbavI/s640/blogger-image--866162773.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--mSWdZHnsHw/VAT4kcFz0BI/AAAAAAAAAI0/h_8Uepne1kk/s1600/meetup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--mSWdZHnsHw/VAT4kcFz0BI/AAAAAAAAAI0/h_8Uepne1kk/s1600/meetup.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Picture credit to Kira! Left to right: Olivia, Naomi and myself!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hello my lovelies! So the time has finally come for me to meet up with some other South East bloggers! Yay! I have been wanting to do this for a while but had no idea of how to be able to attend a meet! Luckily for me, my friend, or as she calls me "A blogger that lives near me" (thanks Livs) was already planning on going to a meetup on the 23/08/2014! For me this was amazing! I was so excited to meet so many more people who had the same interests as me and be able to find more blogs to follow and read through! In the back of my mind I was worrying that they would be mean or I wouldn't have enough knowledge about makeup to talk to them especially as I haven't had my blog for long! But wow, they were all so amazing! They were friendly and made me feel comfortable and made me feel like I'd known them for years! I honestly love them all so much *cringe*! This has been the best day I've had in a long time so I'm gonna talk you guys through it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">FIRST OF ALL I just want to credit Lottie (<a href="http://www.simplylottie.co.uk/" target="_blank">H</a>ERE) and Aileen (<a href="http://www.aileenhearts.com/" target="_blank">H</a>ERE) who organised this whole meet! Such a great day! Okay so we met at Costa Coffee in Brighton and sat down, introduced ourselves to everyone over a few costa frappes and started talking about, well, exams and college of course! What else are beauty bloggers supposed to talk about...? Then to our surprise, we got given this awesome goody bag full of sweets and treats! The picture above shows everything that was included in a cute little bag! We got to choose the colour and of course, I chose green. I will do a separate post telling you all what was included in this little green bag of awesomeness!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VDK_GeD8TqA/U_ysB6_SRsI/AAAAAAAAAH8/X4S-lB2D3fU/s1600/blogger-image--9566153462.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VDK_GeD8TqA/U_ysB6_SRsI/AAAAAAAAAH8/X4S-lB2D3fU/s1600/blogger-image--9566153462.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a>&nbsp;<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-I-35jD4ozyo/U_ys9n5TLxI/AAAAAAAAAIE/EEbKYgS_b1I/s1600/10634277_774724605924530_1808589069_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-I-35jD4ozyo/U_ys9n5TLxI/AAAAAAAAAIE/EEbKYgS_b1I/s1600/10634277_774724605924530_1808589069_n.jpg" height="150" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After sitting in Costa and talking for about an hour (maybe more!), it was time to head off to Pizza Express! When we got there, we were led upstairs to a specially reserved table so we were able to start to munch on our first starter course of doughballs with a range of sauces, nom! We then finally started to swap boxes (I was too excited for someone to get mine! I'm so impatient...), Aileen was told to close her eyes whilst the boxes were passed around the table until she said stop. When everybody stopped we got to unwrap our goodies! I got Lottie's cute little box and I loved it so so much! I'm not going to go through what was in it, I'll write a whole post about the boxes! The lovely Megan (<a href="http://www.lazythoughts.co.uk/" target="_blank">HERE</a>) got my box and I hope she loved it but again I will write about that in another post!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FbqFu09psyg/U_yqyamzqBI/AAAAAAAAAHk/38IHzhbXK7I/s1600/blogger-image--678808098.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FbqFu09psyg/U_yqyamzqBI/AAAAAAAAAHk/38IHzhbXK7I/s1600/blogger-image--678808098.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">After finishing our delicious pizza and doughballs and when we'd had enough of our <strike>show off</strike>&nbsp;talented waitor, we boxed up any pizza we hadn't finished and headed to the shops! We lost each other a couple of times because of Brighton madness, pictures and shop lines which was a pain but it all ended up with us finding each other again! I only bought two things as shown in the picture above, a Primark hoodie (£7) and Seventeen Phwoar Paint (£5.49), but I did become tempted enough to wander over to the more expensive brands and have some Benefit blush put on me, (which I love so much!!) this was the Benefit Helvana blush.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">So after a day of talking, eating, box swapping and shopping it was time to go home. Unfortunately me and Olivia (HERE) had to go before everyone else but I still had a great time! I'm so happy I've met these people and had an amazing day. If you want to know more details about the day, get more pictures or find out what happened when me and Olivia left then check out these &nbsp;four posts:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.aileenhearts.com/2014/08/the-brighton-bloggers-meet-up.html" target="_blank">Aileen's Post</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://kirabassett.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/seblogger-meet-up-in-brighton-photos.html" target="_blank">Kira's Post</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://jeblogueparfois.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/sebloggers-meetup-round-2.html" target="_blank">Imogen's Post</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://curlsandcometsblog.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/south-east-blogger-meet-up.html" target="_blank">Olivia's Post</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">ALSO check out the girls blogs as they are all awesome!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.aileenhearts.com/" target="_blank">Aileen</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.simplylottie.co.uk/" target="_blank">Lottie</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.ohhellomango.co.uk/" target="_blank">Naomi</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://rougeinlove97.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank">Emma</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://curlsandcometsblog.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank">Olivia</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.lazythoughts.co.uk/" target="_blank">Megan</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.realityleaveslotstoimagination.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank">Chloe</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://jeblogueparfois.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank">Imogen</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://kirabassett.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank">Kira</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Check out these cute Blogger business cards three of them had! (Kira, Chloe and Naomi)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3yCXbvj8R5g/U_yrTdkt6qI/AAAAAAAAAHs/lQFwG2hEgzs/s1600/blogger-image--8661627732.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3yCXbvj8R5g/U_yrTdkt6qI/AAAAAAAAAHs/lQFwG2hEgzs/s1600/blogger-image--8661627732.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Have you ever been to Pizza Express? Have you been to any meetups?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-56740276693768860612014-08-20T08:01:00.004-07:002014-08-20T08:06:37.491-07:00Stupid iPhone Chargers<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-reqtzr18kno/U_S2AqEkiJI/AAAAAAAAAGI/WkubyHHxAEc/s640/blogger-image-1495535917.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-reqtzr18kno/U_S2AqEkiJI/AAAAAAAAAGI/WkubyHHxAEc/s320/blogger-image-1495535917.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"></div><a name='more'></a><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Ughh! Where can I begin my rage with these stupid iPhone chargers?! I feel like buying a different phone just to get a decent charger! I mean the actual charge on the phone is terrible, doesn't last long at all, then these chargers just make it even worse! I've bought charger after charger and they all either snap, stop working or the actual USB bends. I've seen this current one wearing down a bit recently but not enough for it to break. Then today I go to get my laptop, plug in my phone and read through some blogs when I see this. In the picture you will see an iPhone charger plugged into my laptop with no lead. It's either snapped off from just picking my laptop (highly unlikely as it wasn't attached to anything) or someone's been in my room and accidentally moved it, snapped it and not said anything... I'm seriously just wanting to give up at this point! I love my phone too much though. I'm probably just going to get a braided wire or something else. Now I'm known as a technology murderer so do tell me if this has ever happened with you guys or if I just have bad luck.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Have you ever had a charger break on you? What type of charger do you use?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Cup of Wonderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15747196759210390140noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-23313093181333293642014-08-07T13:19:00.001-07:002014-08-19T15:33:10.509-07:00Corals, Mattes, Balms and Brushes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="" style="clear: both;">So I keep putting this off, I have no idea why, but it's gotten to a point in which I'm going to end up writing a July favourites in December! I have been trying out a few new things in July and I know there has been hype about a some of them, I have just been very late on the bandwagon for a few.&nbsp;</div><div class="" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: right;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lU_x8hDeV3M/U-c3Kez2aOI/AAAAAAAAAaU/nM3y63HLycw/s640/blogger-image--1017389614.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="222" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lU_x8hDeV3M/U-c3Kez2aOI/AAAAAAAAAaU/nM3y63HLycw/s320/blogger-image--1017389614.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><a name='more'></a><div style="text-align: left;">&nbsp;The first thing I'm gonna talk about is my very first Real Techniques brush. Well, my very first makeup brush in fact (Besides those cheap fake ones most girls had as a six year old...)! I know what you're thinking, how can a beauty blogger only just invest in a makeup brush?! Well I was very against them because...</div><div style="text-align: left;">Well because I didn't really know about them. For some reason in my head it would be like applying foundation with a hairbrush and it would go all streaky. Not a good look in my mind! But this blogger did a ton of research into the world of makeup brushes and finally decided that they were amazing. So I went out and invested in a Real Techniques stippling brush. I loved the idea of this as it was said to give an airbrushed finish to foundation. Oh my <span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">gosh</span> I love it! I currently wear a foundation that I thought I absolutely hated, but applying it with this brush has made me fall in love! It definitely gives the most flawless finish I've had with any foundation. Buying this makeup brush has been the best purchase in a while! It's so soft and I bought it at the beginning of July and haven't had any hairs fall out yet! I'm also using it for bronzer, blush and setting powder.. Naughty me, but it'll do until I expand on my collection which will be happening!<br /><br />Next on my list is an old beauty favourite that I've just recently picked up. Its the Rimmel Matte Translucent Powder. I love this as a setting powder! It keeps my skin from getting oily, also it helps to keep my base makeup on for longer. </div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: left;">For a while now, I have been in possession of No7 Stay Perfect Lipstick in Classic Rose. Now this was all good, went on smoothly and stayed on my lips even after eating and being on stage singing as I used this as part of my stage makeup. I only used it for this reason as I thought the colour didn't really go with the makeup I would wear offstage. So again, I did my research and tried to find a subtler colour when I came across Coral Rose. This is a perfect colour for me, just what I was looking for! Has all the benefits of the previous lipstick but obviously with a subtler colour. I really need to do more research into colours before I buy!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Okay so this product was actually bought by my lovely mother dearest. I've been getting dry lips recently, (probably due to all the lipsticks I've been wearing!) so obviously I wanted something to help. BARING IN MIND she is not into makeup of any sort in the slightest. She is more into cars. So for her to come to me with a Nivea lip balm that salvaged my lips was a miracle! It was just a basic tube Nivea lip balm but wow... I put it on at night with sore, dry lips and they were perfectly soft in the morning! I suggest you all invest in one of these beauties as they are cheap and they work wonders!&nbsp;</div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Thank you guys for reading such a long and chatty monthly favourites! Have any of you got any of these products? What have been your favourites this month?</div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ufn_GZHTZdM/U-d7_NNF6xI/AAAAAAAAAak/EEKI3LrLgac/s1600/Signature.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Ufn_GZHTZdM/U-d7_NNF6xI/AAAAAAAAAak/EEKI3LrLgac/s1600/Signature.jpg" /></a></div><br /></div></div></div></div>Peppermint Skieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05900087512095658721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-17929574280467609062014-08-04T11:08:00.000-07:002015-12-01T07:51:36.076-08:00101 Things in 1001 Days!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gnSnnCMy3aQ/U_Ile2WjFaI/AAAAAAAAAbk/r40ew8GUGTQ/s1600/carly%2B101%2Bthings%2Bgraphic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="117" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gnSnnCMy3aQ/U_Ile2WjFaI/AAAAAAAAAbk/r40ew8GUGTQ/s1600/carly%2B101%2Bthings%2Bgraphic.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Picture taken from someone elses 101 things blog post! Credit to her, this is not my own image. (Find her post <a href="http://www.carlyonqueue.com/p/101-things-in-1001-days.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>)</div>Hey guyss! Okay so I've seen a few other bloggers do this and it looks like an amazing idea! One blogger (Curls and Comets) said she's achieved a lot from doing this list. This has persuaded me to try and complete 101 things in 1001 days. Tricky... My goals in life might change over these days and I might stop writing in this blog (I hope not!), I might even steer away from all things beauty!! Nah, that'll never happen! So without further ado, let me present my list of 101 things to do in 1001 days!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Start date - August 4th 2014</div><div style="text-align: center;">End date - May 1st 2017<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">23/101</div><div style="text-align: center;">1. Write a blog post AT LEAST twice a month, five months in a row. (1/5)</div><div style="text-align: center;">2. Finish learning Spanish on Duolingo.</div><div style="text-align: center;">3. Complete my collection of all 28 Barry M Gelly Hi Shine nail polishes. (21/34)</div><div style="text-align: center;">4. Try out 15 new lush products. (1/15)<br /><i>Bubblegum Lip Scrub</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>5. Get the GCSE's I need to get into the courses I want at college.</strike></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>6. Participate in another musical/play.</strike></div><div style="text-align: center;">7. Watch 101 movies I've never seen before (22/101)<br /><i>Will post the list when completed!</i></div><div style="text-align: center;">8. Take classes to improve my singing voice.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>9. Go to a Blogger or YouTube meet up.</strike></div><div style="text-align: center;">10. Learn how to properly use an SLR camera.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>11. Learn what each makeup brush is used for.</strike></div><div style="text-align: center;">12. Find a HG mascara.<br /><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" name="more"></a><br /><a name='more'></a><br /><br /><strike>13. Grow my hair longer (Below my chest).</strike></div><div style="text-align: center;">14. Replace my wardrobe until I <b><i>love</i></b> everything in it.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><strike>15. Go on a big shopping trip in which I don't spend money just because I have it. (I have to love each thing I buy)</strike></div><div style="text-align: center;">16. Learn to read music properly.<br />17. Complete all of my room decor until I'm in love with the way it looks<br />18. Pass my driving test.<br />19. Try 101 new beauty products. (25/101)<br /><i>Will post the long list when completed!</i><br />20. Put £5 in a pot for every goal I cross off (£10 for bigger challenges). (0/101)<br /><i>(I need to buy a pot!!)</i><br /><strike>21. Go out with my friends with no make up on and don't feel self conscious about it.</strike><br />22. Watch 3 west end shows. (0/3)<br />23. Make 10 posts explaining each 10 things I cross off. (11 on the last post) (0/10)<br />24. Read 15 books. (0/15)<br />25. Buy a Polaroid camera.<br />26. Wake up for 8am for a month, including weekends.<br />27. Learn to contour properly.<br />28. Go on holiday with my friends.<br /><strike>29. Go camping.</strike><br />30. Go a week without using any technology (phone, TV, laptop, hair curlers etc.)<br />31. Eat vegan for a week<br /><strike>32. Spend no money for a month.</strike><br />33. Wake up early and walk to a place in which I can watch the sunrise.<br />34. Write a letter to myself to open when I finish the 1001 days.<br />35. Go to a festival.<br />36. Answer the 50 questions to free your mind in a blog post.<br />37. Watch two movies in the cinema in one day.<br />38. Go to gay pride.<br />39. Build a snowman.<br />40. Try 101 new things (food). (18/101)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Will post the long list when completed!</i><br />41. Go to France for the day.<br /><strike>42. Buy myself a pair of converse all star's.</strike><br />43. Go a month without chocolate.<br />44. Get a professional manicure.<br />45. Subscribe to a beauty box.<br />46. Use the effect photo booth in Brighton.<br />47. Properly visit 10 new places. (2/10)<br /><i>Rye, Hampden Park</i><br /><strike>48. Play a game with someone without being so competitive.</strike><br />49. Finish/catch up with 10 new TV series. (7/10)<br /><i>Walking Dead, Pretty Little Liars, American Horror Story, Gossip Girl, Red Dwarf, Skins, How I Met Your Mother</i><br /><strike>50. Watch a movie in the cinema after midnight.</strike><br /><strike>51. Spend £100 on makeup in one trip. (Drugstore)</strike><br />52. Get a makeup lesson.<br />53. Paint my nails a different colour every day for a month.<br /><strike>54. Find a perfume that I love.</strike><br />55. Post two times a week for a month.<br /><strike>56. Organise my makeup.</strike><br />57. Create a skin care routine.<br />58. Buy a camera for blogging.<br />59. Watch 10 Disney movies I haven't seen before. (1/10)<br /><i>Tangled, Pan</i><br />60. Learn 5 new songs on my keyboard. (3/5)<br /><i>Say Something, When I was your Man, Yours</i><br />61. Run in the race for life.<br />62. Watch 15 old Disney movies that I watched when younger. (3/15)<br /><i>Finding Nemo, Peter Pan, Jungle Book</i><br />63. Write down 20 things I love about myself.<br />64. Watch the sunset.</div><div style="text-align: center;">65. Get good grades in the A levels I'm studying.<br />66. Eat no meat for a week.<br />67. Go a week without pressing snooze on my alarm.<br />68. Buy something from Etsy.<br /><strike>69. Wear a different nail varnish for any length of time 5 times in a row without picking any off.</strike><br /><strike>70. Join the gym.</strike><br />71. Try a unique shade of lipstick.<br /><strike>72. Find a pink lipstick that suites me.</strike><br /><strike>73. Cook dinner for a friend.</strike><br /><strike>74. Take someone to dinner/lunch and pay for it all.</strike><br />75. Don't argue for a month.<br />76. Participate in unlimited laser quest for at least two hours (not non stop!).<br />77. Donate 101 things I no longer want or need (Clothes, shoes, bags etc). (0/101)<br /><strike>78. Go on a picnic.</strike><br /><strike>79. Take a Pilates class</strike><br />80. Wake up early and go for a walk/run 3 times a week for a month.<br />81. Become flexible enough to do the splits.<br />82. Eat my 5 a day for a month.<br />83. Complete a 2000 piece jigsaw puzzle.<br />84. Watch a movie in the cinema by myself.<br />85. Watch a silent movie.<br />86. Get my eyelashes tinted.<br />87. Reach 101 followers.<br />88. Photograph a street scene or landscape in all four seasons. (0/4)<br />89. Make a build-a-bear.<br />90. Go to bed no later than 11pm for a month.<br />91. Drink at least two glasses of water a day for a month.<br />92. Go a month without eating any takeaways.<br />93. Don't eat food after 6pm for a month.<br />94. Keep my room tidy for two months.<br />95. Use no social websites except Blogger and Bloglovin' for a month.<br />96. Put one of my original songs online.<br />97. Go to 5 concerts/gigs. (0/5)<br /><strike>98. Watch a 3D movie in the cinema.</strike><br />99. Go to the zoo.<br />100. Get 101 views on a blog post.<br />101. Write another 101 in 1001 for when this one finishes.</div>Peppermint Skieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05900087512095658721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-70484324442057424902014-07-30T04:21:00.000-07:002014-08-13T08:48:00.501-07:00Summers Here!<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"></span><br /><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Hello my fellow sun dwellers!&nbsp;</span><br /><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Summer's finally here (or what people call summer in England which is actually cold and rain with a smidge of sun) and it's time to start soaking up those few sun rays before it gets cold again. I can hear that high school musical clock ticking!! I have to say, because I've just finished my last year, I've already been off for two months just as most people are starting their six weeks! Now for most people that sounds like a dream, but even though I'm probably the laziest person going, I hate to be stuck inside all day! I would love to go out and do something everyday but just don't have the energy to walk anywhere...&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Now at the beginning of our holidays things were great, I was out almost every day in the sun and with my friends! But now that's died down and we've run out of stuff to do... So now as I'm writing this blog I am sitting at a table in a furniture shop, trying to get my thrills out of serving customers and cleaning cabinets. How fun.&nbsp;</span></div><a name='more'></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">So I just wanted to blog to tell you all to have an amazing summer and stay booked! Do as much as you can an don't end up like me! Remember you'll be back in school soon and be begging for these weeks off... I honestly am enjoying those moments I do get to spend with my friends even though they are becoming rare. I'm just too excited for college right now, I'm spending my spare time inside looking for college bits and furniture for my room makeover! Have a lovely summer my beautifuls</span></div></div>Peppermint Skieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05900087512095658721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-3511143175069971582014-05-20T07:20:00.001-07:002014-09-24T10:42:43.816-07:00More Gelly Nails!Hey guys! So when I said I bought loads of nail varnishes yesterday, it was my mother who took me to get them and I was reading all of the colour names out to her in excitement! Bearing in mind she's not really into makeup or on the nail varnish route... So I get in the car after my terrifying English exam today only to find that my gorgeous mum has gone out to boots to get me 4 more of these nail varnishes! How amazing is she?! So yeah just going to show you the new colours she bought me!<br /><div><br /></div><div>The first is 'Blackberry' GNP 2. It is a navy blue that is a deeper blue than the 'Blue Grape' GNP 17.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Speaking of 'Blue Grape' GNP 17! Bless her, she tried to buy some of the colours I hadn't already bought from memory but accidentally bought me this colour! LUCKILY I was aiming to get this colour again because I love it so much so yeah! Lucky guess:3<br /><br /><br /><a name='more'></a><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The next is 'Plum' GNP 1. It is a dark deep purple but bright enough to stand out a lot. It's not a dull black purple in which you can hardly see it which is good!</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">The last is 'Blueberry' GNP 5. It is a pastel blue purple colour but is not a very light pastel. Great for a summer colour!</span></div></div><div><br /></div><div>So these are the ones that we're bought for me today because my mum is awesome. The colour I'm wearing on my nails in the photos is 'Papaya' GNP 13. It's such a prettier colour on your nails than it is in the bottle! Please excuse my nail shape, I broke most of them on the weekend doing loads of different things and haven't had time to shape them properly. Will do soon!</div><div><br /></div><div>Tori. X</div>Peppermint Skieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05900087512095658721noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-59234369057184255622014-05-19T13:14:00.001-07:002014-09-24T10:43:05.550-07:00Gelly Hi-Shine Nail Paint Barry MHello my beautifuls!<br />I'm so sorry I haven't posted in ages! I will try and remember to keep up to date!<br />Okay so I admit... Myself along with many other teenage girls have developed an obsession with the 'Gelly Hi-Shine Nail Paint' by Barry M. I admit it, as with all beauty products that look this great I was skeptical! I'm sorry! I love them so much oh my gosh! So I thought to myself, why buy one at a time? Why not buy 16? Yeah, exactly... So that's what I did! Today I went out and bought all of the colours that stood out to me the most (and that I had the money for). I am definitely going to go back and buy the rest of the collection! In my opinion they are not a thick varnish as at least two coats are needed to really bring out the colour. But they come in an amazing range of colour which I love! They are bright, colourful and look amazing! They are also extremely cheap compared to most nail varnishes, even drug store ones at only £3.99 a bottle. They come in bottles of 10ml which is enough to last you ages!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5RFu8_q6FDg/U_MWRHhQ6BI/AAAAAAAAACA/MIIiY9-v0ME/s1600/IMG_5377%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5RFu8_q6FDg/U_MWRHhQ6BI/AAAAAAAAACA/MIIiY9-v0ME/s1600/IMG_5377%5B1%5D.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>The picture above shows all of the nail varnishes I obsessively bought today. From left to right starting at the top they are: Rose hip, Papaya, Grapefruit, Passion Fruit, Blood Orange, Coconut, Lychee, Huckleburry, Sugar Apple, Greenberry, Guava, Blue Grape, Watermelon, Key Lime, Prickly Pear.<br /><br /><br /><a name='more'></a><br /><br /><br />The first is 'Rose Hip' GNP 20. It is a pastel baby pink colour which comes up as almost white, it is a very pretty pink and isn't as bright and out there as most of the other varnishes in this collection. It is one of many amazing colours to wear in the summer and it will most likely be gone for me by the time summer ends. It is one of three of their newly brought out varnishes. I'm guessing they're starting to bring out a pastel range of Gelly's? But for now there are only three which is a shame.<br /><br />Next is 'Papaya' GNP 13. It is a coral peach pink colour. This is the perfect coral for me as it is not too orange or pink and is the perfect in between. It is probably my favourite colour to wear in the summer and I will be wearing it tomorrow!<br /><br />Next is 'Grapefruit' GNP 8. It is a fluorescent pink colour. This is not too bright but still stands out.<br /><br />Next is 'Passion Fruit' GNP 16. It looks like a pinky red colour in the bottle which looked amazing, unfortunately when it is applied to the nails (Even with three coats!) it comes up just as a bright red. That is still a pretty colour but it dissapointed me that it was not the same colour as it looked.<br /><br />Next is 'Blood Orange' GNP 4. I guess this was supposed to be a red orange colour? That's me guessing from the name. But when it is applied and in the bottle ish, it comes up as a gorgeous dark red. Not so good for summer but perfect for winter!<br /><br />Next is 'Coconut' GNP 28. This is a white colour with very slight brown undertones making it not pure bright white.<br /><br />Next is 'Lychee' GNP 10. This is a nude white brown colour. It's much lighter than you'd expect from descriptions.<br /><br />Next is 'Huckleburry' GNP 19. This is a pastel baby blue and is one of the new Gelly colours.<br /><br />Next is 'Sugar Apple' GNP 21. This is best described as a pastel version of 'Greenberry' GNP 12. It is more of a blue than this though and is like a pale baby blue.<br /><br />Next is 'Greenberry' GNP 12. It is a green blue colour but is definitely more green than blue.<br /><br />Next is 'Guava' GNP 15. Is is another green blue colour but this one is more of a mid blue than green.<br /><br />Next is 'Blue Grape' GNP 17. It is a dark navy blue the isn't as much of a solid colour like the rest. Still very pretty. This is actually the colour I'm wearing in my previous Revlon review, it's quite hard to see but it gives you an idea.<br /><br />Next is 'Watermelon' GNP 3. It is a dark green colour that can be best described as... Watermelon!<br /><br />Next is 'Key Lime' GNP 14. It is a bright light green. It is not too light that it's pastel as it's still got some darkness to it. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Next is 'Prickly Pear' GNP 6. It is a light pale purple but again, not light enough to be a pastel colour.<br /><br />I'm sorry my descriptions suck but I hope you can see what the colours are like from the pictures and slightly from my descriptions. I highly recommend these for the bright colour range and the gel like look.<br />Thanks for reading and I hope I helped!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Peppermint Skieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05900087512095658721noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8384087611465058944.post-65509385138882472892014-03-14T15:29:00.002-07:002014-11-03T10:40:58.427-08:00Revlon ColorBurst Matte Balm<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">Hey Beauts!&nbsp;<span style="text-align: center;">I'm going to be reviewing Revlon's new release to the UK - Revlon ColorBurst Matte Balm.</span></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">A while ago, Revlon brought out a lip tint in the shape of a chubby crayon. This was the 'Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain' that took the beauty world by storm. I only have one of these but I can say that it is quite sheer and sticky although it does last a while. Whereas these new balms are matte as it says in the name so they aren't sticky and they are also a balm! This means it has all the benefits of a long wearing lipstick with the added benefits of moisturizing and easy application with the chubby stick shape.&nbsp;</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The product comes in a plastic casing with a silver base to turn for more product. It leaves a buttery feel on your lips and doesn't feel thick or cakey. They all have a light peppermint smell and as I don't usually like scented lipsticks, I was quite skeptic. But seeing as though everyone in the USA had been raving about these I thought I might as well give them a try. Luckily the scent is very subtle and if it hadn't been pointed out to me I honestly wouldn't have noticed! The peppermint in the lipstick formula gives a slight plump to the lips as with all lip products that contain this. Unfortunately, I only have 3 shades, though I will be buying more! They are all quite similar in colour. I own the shades 205 - Elusive, 240 - Striking and 250 - Standout.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4USBS7o2M4o/UyN4CGxs52I/AAAAAAAAANc/COxqetDZj5Y/s1600/IMG_3991%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4USBS7o2M4o/UyN4CGxs52I/AAAAAAAAANc/COxqetDZj5Y/s1600/IMG_3991%5B1%5D.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">&nbsp;From top to bottom the shades are: 250 - Standout, 240 - Striking and 205 - Elusive.</div><br /><a name='more'></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KBvg9REZ58I/UyN4QDbXVZI/AAAAAAAAANk/v5szJUMUyJw/s1600/IMG_3992%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KBvg9REZ58I/UyN4QDbXVZI/AAAAAAAAANk/v5szJUMUyJw/s1600/IMG_3992%5B1%5D.JPG" height="320" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;From left to right the shades are: 205 - Elusive, 240 - Striking and 250 - Standout.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dzFOZ80ohCc/UyN4iW2muvI/AAAAAAAAANw/3lKS8_3Dx90/s1600/IMG_3993%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dzFOZ80ohCc/UyN4iW2muvI/AAAAAAAAANw/3lKS8_3Dx90/s1600/IMG_3993%5B1%5D.JPG" height="200" width="150" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NW4fmOJKYkI/UyN4h9nhs6I/AAAAAAAAANs/xAFHTUhD6Qs/s1600/IMG_3994%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NW4fmOJKYkI/UyN4h9nhs6I/AAAAAAAAANs/xAFHTUhD6Qs/s1600/IMG_3994%5B1%5D.JPG" height="200" width="150" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ltWiz6kOE2w/UyN4u2bRwuI/AAAAAAAAAN8/i4ODOP8op74/s1600/IMG_4002%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ltWiz6kOE2w/UyN4u2bRwuI/AAAAAAAAAN8/i4ODOP8op74/s1600/IMG_4002%5B1%5D.JPG" height="200" width="150" /></a></div><br />This is shade 205 - Elusive. It is a light pink colour but not too light so it's wearable for most people. It is a very subtle colour and doesn't feel heavy when applied. It's easy to apply and forget about as you don't feel it but as it is such a light colour it does need reapplying once or twice. It suits all skin tones in my opinion and as you can see I've been wearing it a lot recently.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PBlYvqnc048/UyN_-QRc7wI/AAAAAAAAAO0/dOXvY-EfxTg/s1600/IMG_4013%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PBlYvqnc048/UyN_-QRc7wI/AAAAAAAAAO0/dOXvY-EfxTg/s1600/IMG_4013%5B1%5D.JPG" height="200" width="150" /></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZkDWD3c4TNk/UyN_83lOTkI/AAAAAAAAAOs/trqUkv0UZt4/s1600/IMG_4014%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZkDWD3c4TNk/UyN_83lOTkI/AAAAAAAAAOs/trqUkv0UZt4/s1600/IMG_4014%5B1%5D.JPG" height="200" width="150" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yGTKPs9Qtlk/UyN5HrzR8AI/AAAAAAAAAOE/TB57oBTcrQ4/s1600/IMG_4009%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yGTKPs9Qtlk/UyN5HrzR8AI/AAAAAAAAAOE/TB57oBTcrQ4/s1600/IMG_4009%5B1%5D.JPG" height="200" width="150" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">&nbsp;This is shade 240 - Striking. It is a bright red lipstick with a slight pink tint. It isn't too much of a solid colour and comes up quite thin unless you go over it a couple of times. This makes it suitable for if you're going for a bold look or even a more subtle look if you just dab it onto your lips.</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ziGdOgnHSl4/UyN__LBRCQI/AAAAAAAAAO8/6kLBQd413n0/s1600/IMG_4015%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ziGdOgnHSl4/UyN__LBRCQI/AAAAAAAAAO8/6kLBQd413n0/s1600/IMG_4015%5B1%5D.JPG" height="200" width="150" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YrsmwCqwwSk/UyOAIF5XRVI/AAAAAAAAAPE/ZqV3MX9Iv0I/s1600/IMG_4016%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-YrsmwCqwwSk/UyOAIF5XRVI/AAAAAAAAAPE/ZqV3MX9Iv0I/s1600/IMG_4016%5B1%5D.JPG" height="200" width="150" /></a><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kz2nj3b8lUY/UyN5Hpmxh0I/AAAAAAAAAOI/__yaHFb41I4/s1600/IMG_4010%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kz2nj3b8lUY/UyN5Hpmxh0I/AAAAAAAAAOI/__yaHFb41I4/s1600/IMG_4010%5B1%5D.JPG" height="150" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">&nbsp;This is shade 250 - Standout. (Sorry for the sideways picture) It is a dark red, mauve, berry colour lipstick that can be best summed up as quite a dark burgundy colour? It goes on with one stroke on the lips. It is a very matte colour compared to the rest and applies thick. This is good if you're wanting a bold colour but not if you don't like that caked feel that some lipsticks have. This colour stays on the longest in my opinion as it is darker than the others and this is the case with most dark lipsticks.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NmHHsE3kjnc/UyN5S8kiI1I/AAAAAAAAAOU/Yx41eIZtLlA/s1600/IMG_4011%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-NmHHsE3kjnc/UyN5S8kiI1I/AAAAAAAAAOU/Yx41eIZtLlA/s1600/IMG_4011%5B1%5D.JPG" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">&nbsp;When the silver base of the casing is twisted, it gives you more of the product. This picture shows the lipstick when all of the product is out. It is easy enough to twist back into the casing and is not stiff.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-X1Dq9PmyaAg/UyN5cgZjFjI/AAAAAAAAAOc/5VgTmIt6gnI/s1600/IMG_4012%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-X1Dq9PmyaAg/UyN5cgZjFjI/AAAAAAAAAOc/5VgTmIt6gnI/s1600/IMG_4012%5B1%5D.JPG" height="320" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">The colour swatches from left to right are: 205 - Elusive, 240 - Striking and 250 - Standout. This isn't a very good picture and for that I apologise. The 240 - Striking looks like a red based orange/coral lipstick but I can assure you it comes up a bright red on the lips. Also the 250 - Standout looks purple, so again I apologise for the bad photo.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I'd say my favourite colour would be the 250 - Standout. But that's only because I love bold, statement colours and I'm in love with reds. It is also the longest wearing colour in my collection which obviously makes it better. Although the colour I wear the most is the 205 - Elusive as this is the most wearable colour and looks best from day to day.</div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">In case any of you were wondering, on my nails I am wearing Barry M Gelly Hi Shine Nail Paint in 'Blue Grape'.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Revlon-ColorBurst-%C2%99-Balm-Stain_1208067/" target="_blank">Revlon Colorburst Balm Stain (£7.99)</a></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Revlon-ColorBurst-8482-Matte-Balm_1416281/" target="_blank">Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm (£7.99)</a></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><a href="http://www.boots.com/en/Barry-M-Gelly-High-Shine-Nail-Paint_1281299/" target="_blank">Barry M Gelly Hi Shine Nail Paint (£3.99)</a></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Do you own any colours in this collection? What's your favourite?</div></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Tori. X</div>Peppermint Skieshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05900087512095658721noreply@blogger.com0